South Sudan Faces Ongoing Health Emergency Amid Disease Outbreaks and Preparedness Efforts
WHO Weekly Situation Update on Ongoing Health Emergency Events in South Sudan - Week #: 22; Date: 5th June 2026
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South Sudan is grappling with multiple health emergencies exacerbated by disease outbreaks and climate shocks. Despite challenges, significant progress in Ebola Virus Disease preparedness has been made, with a national readiness score rising to 45%.
- 01The Ebola Virus Disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 381 confirmed cases and 64 deaths, posing a high importation risk to South Sudan.
- 02South Sudan's national Ebola readiness score improved from 29% to 45% following assessments, although sub-national readiness remains low.
- 03EVD coordination mechanisms are active in all 15 priority counties, achieving 95% zeroreporting coverage.
- 04Digital screening is operational at Juba International Airport, with over 2,000 travelers screened to enhance border health security.
- 05Community engagement and risk communication efforts have been scaled up to support public health responses.
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During the reporting period, South Sudan faced significant public health challenges due to disease outbreaks, climate-related shocks, and displacement. The Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo poses a high risk of importation, with 381 confirmed cases and 64 deaths reported there. In response, South Sudan has made strides in preparedness, increasing its national EVD readiness score from 29% to 45%. Key activities include operational coordination mechanisms in all 15 priority counties, achieving 95% zeroreporting coverage, and implementing digital screening at Juba International Airport, where over 2,000 travelers have been screened. However, gaps in sub-national preparedness remain, necessitating further investment. Efforts in risk communication and community engagement have been intensified to bolster public health interventions, although operational constraints and resource gaps continue to challenge response efforts.
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The ongoing health emergency in South Sudan affects public health systems and community safety due to disease outbreaks and inadequate preparedness.
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