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News | Jun 18, 2025

South Sudan: “If we had a closer hospital, maybe my children would be alive today”

Escalating insecurity has forced MSF to close our hospital in Ulang, which will have devastating effects on people’s access to health care.

Story | May 09, 2025

Consequences of attacks on health care in South Sudan

Recent incidents of looting, gunfire, and the bombing of MSF’s hospital in Old Fangak have left communities with few options for care.

Story | Mar 03, 2025

Three vaccinations that are critical for women’s health in low-resource settings

Some diseases have far greater negative consequences in women and girls, especially during pregnancy and childbirth.

Story | Mar 03, 2025

Four women breaking barriers in non-traditional jobs in South Sudan

These MSF staff members are giving back to their communities while challenging stereotypes about women’s roles.

Story | May 10, 2024

There’s homemade spaghetti sauce in the freezer! Love, Mom

Dr. Africa Stewart explains why she left her family to go help mothers in South Sudan.

Story | May 07, 2024

Hope through maternal health care in Kajo Keji, South Sudan

Returning home after displacement isn't always easy—particularly for women in need of health care in Kajo Keji, South Sudan.

Story | Nov 28, 2023

In photos: The health effects of climate change in Old Fangak

In communities in and around Old Fangak, South Sudan, MSF is witnessing the effects of climate change and treating people who are falling ill because of it.

Story | Nov 10, 2023

40 years of adversity and hope in South Sudan

Marking four decades of MSF’s medical humanitarian response in the region now known as South Sudan.

Story | May 15, 2023

After fleeing violence, challenges continue in South Sudan camps

In Twic County, displaced people face recurrent outbreaks of disease and a lack of food, water, and health care.

Story | Dec 20, 2022

Forgotten Emergencies 2022: MSF responds