Source: International Organization for Migration (IOM) |

Coronavirus - South Sudan: International Organization for Migration (IOM) South Sudan External Update

15,033 individuals screened at IOM-managed COVID-19 PoE sites in June

While there has been a lull in hostilities connected to the national conflict, localized conflicts and other violence have persisted throughout different parts of the country

GENEVA, Switzerland, August 4, 2020/APO Group/ --

Monthly Highlights

31,266 individuals attended and received mental health and psychosocial support services in Wau, Malakal, and Bentiu.

1,416 Metric tons of humanitarian cargo delivered.

15,033 individuals screened at IOM-managed COVID-19 PoE sites in June.

Download Report: https://bit.ly/30sNHmw

SITUATION OVERVIEW

While there has been a lull in hostilities connected to the national conflict, localized conflicts and other violence have persisted throughout different parts of the country, including in Jonglei State, which continue to be a hot spot for fighting throughout the first half of 2020. Concerning the Transitional Government of National Unity, President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar agreed on a new formula for the allocation of states.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of International Organization for Migration (IOM).