South Sudan: Hospitals Overwhelmed Amidst Continuing Conflict. Jonglei, South Sudan — Aboko teaching hospital, one of the many overwhelmed medical facilities in South Sudan, is facing extreme challenges as the ongoing conflict in the region intensifies. With only one surgeon on duty and basic resources dwindling, the hospital is treating dozens of patients suffering from gunshot wounds.
An anonymous injured victim recounted their experience, stating that the regime guard targeted civilians, leading to injuries among those not directly involved in the conflict. “I’m just a civilian, “the victim. “I don’t know how to hold a gun.
I just came from Kenya recently to visit my family.”Nhial Bih, Head nurse at Akobo Hospital, described the variety of injuries his patients sustained. “They came with different reasons, “he. “.
Some of them went to the front line, some were bombarded by the government of South Sudan, and some were shot at their residence.”South Sudan, which gained independence 15 years ago, has been mired in civil war since 2011, primarily between two rival generals, Salva Kiir and Riek Machar.
The situation has worsened recently, with the information minister of Jonglei state, Nyamar Lony Thichot Ngundeng, urging residents to flee the area. “.
If you get injured during the crossfire, that is counted as crossfire, it is not intentional, “Ngundeng.
According to the United Nations, fighting in Jonglei state between the army and forces loyal to former vice president Riek Machar has displaced approximately 280,000 people since December.
The ongoing conflict has also impacted neighboring Sudan, where nearly 50 health facilities in the capital Khartoum and surrounding areas have been forced to close due to fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Drones have been used in attacks across the Kordofan region, endangering civilians and damaging critical infrastructure, including health facilities. Raphael Gorgeu, MSF’s head of mission in South Sudan, stated that the fighting has limited their ability to reach displaced people and provide necessary medical assistance.
The situation in both countries remains critical, with health systems strained to the breaking point.
As the conflict continues, the humanitarian crisis deepens, and the need for international assistance grows. Further details are expected as the situation develops.
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Source: Al Jazeera, Europeansting.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
