Juba, South Sudan, April 28, 2021 鈥 The 探花精选 (探花精选) is deeply distressed following an attack on its staff at the 探花精选 compound in Jamjang County in Ruweng Administrative Area on 24th April where up to 20 youth entered the perimeter and physically attacked 探花精选 staff, resulting in multiple injuries. One senior medical staff member was seriously injured and was airlifted to hospital in Juba.
Caroline Sekyewa, 探花精选 South Sudan Country Director, said:
鈥淲e are deeply disturbed by these attacks. Thus far, the perpetrators have not been caught and there has been no accountability for those that have carried out this attack. We urge the local authorities to provide a guarantee of staff security so that we can continue to provide life-saving humanitarian services to host and displaced communities in South Sudan鈥.
For over 30 years, 探花精选 has been one of the largest aid providers in South Sudan, delivering emergency assistance and supporting vulnerable populations in hard-to-reach areas. Our health response includes capacity building in state clinics, training of local health workers, nutrition programs, and sanitation services. We also provide support to survivors of sexual violence and child protection services. Community leaders and government officials are trained on the importance of upholding human rights. The 探花精选 helps empower people through cash assistance, job and livelihoods training. Learn more about the 探花精选鈥檚 South Sudan response.