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South Sudan: Violence Against Health Care in Conflict 2025
By Insecurity Insight at ReliefWeb
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
. Key findings: In 2025, violence against or obstruction of health care was reported in ten states – six more than in 2024 – with reported incidents spreading to Lakes, Unity, Northern and Western Bahr el Ghazal, Upper Nile, and Western Equatoria. Most incidents were attributed to unidentified men a
Key takeaway Severe funding gaps further weakened South Sudan’s health care system, after reported cuts to 36% of official development assistance and 90% of US government support.
Why this matters
The escalation of violence against health care in South Sudan's conflict zones has significant implications for the country's already fragile humanitarian landscape. With incidents reported in ten states, a notable increase from the previous year, the spread of violence to new areas such as Lakes and Western Equatoria raises concerns about the ability of aid organizations to reach affected populations. The severe funding gaps, exacerbated by cuts to official development assistance and US government support, further weaken the health care system, leaving individuals to bear the brunt of the costs. As a result, many are forced to rely on humanitarian services, which are frequently targeted, highlighting the need for increased support and protection for these organizations. The allocation of only 3% of the national budget to health care underscores the need for a more sustainable and equitable solution to address the country's health care crisis, particularly in the face of ongoing conflict and insecurity.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? . Key findings: In 2025, violence against or obstruction of health care was reported in ten states – six more than in 2024 – with reported incidents spreading to Lakes, Unity, Northern and Western Bahr el Ghazal, Upper Nile, and Western Equatoria. Most incidents were attributed to unidentified men a
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