Flooding Forces Closure of Schools in Jonglei State
On 8 Nov, 2025- Twic East, around 17 schools are submerged near Panyagor. In Duk County, schools along the riverbank are underwater, and in Fangak and Pigi, about 15 schools each have been affected,” Minister Ador Thon said, The closures come as rising floodwaters displace families, destroy infrastructure, and disrupt learning for thousands of children […]
Man missing in Juba after bank visit, family fears abduction
On 31 Oct 2025-A man identified as Khamis Samuel Justin, in his 30s, has been reported missing and is feared to have been kidnapped in the South Sudanese capital, Juba. Details: Man missing in Juba after bank visit, family fears abduction – Radio Tamazuj
Mental Health Crisis Deepens in Yei as Suicide Rates Climb
On 29 Oct, 2025, a 40-year-old woman and a mother of two survived an attempted suicide in a community lodge near Has Petroleum in Yei. The incident happened amid economic hardship, drug abuse, and alcohol misuse continue to push many residents into despair. community leaders warn that trauma from years of conflict, widespread unemployment, and […]
Elderly women drown in flood water to death in Panyagor
On 23, Sept, 2025- 70s years old woman drowned while trying to navigate a flooded area of the town. Her body was recovered the next morning. Jonglei State is among the regions most affected by seasonal flooding in South Sudan, with heavy rains frequently destroying homes, displacing communities, and cutting off roads and farmland. Details: […]
Traders count loses as flood washes away over 50 shops in Pibor
On 25, Sept, 2025, traders are counting losses after heavy rainfall submerged 58 shops, isolating residents from the main market in Pibor town, the prolonged flooding poses a risk to livelihoods, damages markets and agricultural land, and heightens the likelihood of hunger and disease outbreaks. Details: Traders count loses as flood washes away over 50 […]
Floods leave thousands homeless in Malakal
On 22 Sept 2025, More than 7,000 people displaced by severe flooding in Upper Nile State are in urgent need of food, shelter, and medical aid. The flooding caused Schools to be closed, and there was a rise in snakebites. Details: Floods leave thousands homeless in Makal County – Radio Tamazuj
Floods inundate over 200 homes, shops in Pibor
On 21 Sept 2025, 204 households, including 47 shops, have been affected, and the main market has partially shut down due to the rising floodwaters in Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA). Details: Floods inundate over 200 homes, shops in Pibor – Radio Tamazuj
Floods kill 2, displace thousands in Mvolo County
On 3 Sept 2025, persistent rains from July through August have destroyed homes, farmland, and essential belongings, leaving many families sheltering in schools and churches after their homes were submerged. At least two people have died and thousands have been displaced by severe flooding in Yeri Payam. Details: Floods kill 2, displace thousands in Mvolo […]
Flooding in Panyagor residents hit by skin disease
In late August, over 40,000 Residents displaced by floods in Panyagor Twic East County, Jonglei State, are facing a surge in skin infections and Exposure to unclean water and mosquito bites. Details: Flooded Panyagor residents hit by skin disease – The Radio Community
Flooding displaces more than 15,000 in Twic East County
On 2 September 2025, At least 15,500 people have been displaced by severe flooding in Twic East County, Jonglei state, most of whom are women, children, and the elderly are mostly affected following two weeks of persistent heavy rainfall. Entire villages have been submerged, forcing families to flee to higher ground. calling for urgent humanitarian […]