More than one million people have been impacted by severe flooding in South Sudan.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported the crisis on Monday.
Heavy rains have led to widespread flooding, displacing approximately 271,000 individuals across the nation.
Many displaced residents are seeking refuge on higher ground due to the rising waters. OCHA’s weekend situation report emphasized that heavy rainfall has rendered 15 key humanitarian supply routes impassable.
This situation severely hinders the delivery of essential aid to affected regions.
South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, is enduring one of its most significant floods in decades.
The floods have resulted in extensive destruction, displacement, and substantial damage to both infrastructure and livelihoods.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that 58 health facilities have been submerged in five counties.
Nearly 90 other facilities are now inaccessible due to the flooding.
Additionally, about 15 main roads, including routes to the capital Juba, have been cut off from access.
The WHO stated that the floods have exacerbated an already dire humanitarian situation.
South Sudan currently hosts nearly 800,000 refugees and returnees fleeing armed conflict in neighboring Sudan.
Cholera and malaria cases are rising in the wake of the floods.
The WHO has reported two suspected cholera cases in Renk County, which hosts a large number of refugees.
Over 120,000 malaria cases and 31 suspected deaths have been recorded as of September 29.
Dr. Humphrey Karamagi, WHO representative in South Sudan, highlighted the heightened vulnerability of the affected population.
The organization is collaborating with the Health Ministry to ensure access to essential healthcare services amid the crisis.
