MWRI Launches $2.3 Million Feasibility, Design, and Supervision Project for Flood Mitigation and Resilience
Juba, South Sudan The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has officially signed a consultancy contract valued at $2.3 million with Project Planning & Management Ltd. (Bulgaria) and Libanconsult AGM (Lebanon). This initiative is a significant step towards enhancing flood mitigation and climate resilience across South Sudan, particularly in […]
MWRI and UNOPS Partner to Deliver $299,000 in Flood Mitigation Supplies
Juba, South Sudan The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has officially signed a $299,000 agreement with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) to procure essential flood mitigation supplies for vulnerable communities in Jonglei State, specifically targeting Bor and Fangak counties, as well as the Greater Pibor […]
MWRI Signs Third-Party Monitoring Contract with Sheladia Associates Inc. for Enhanced Climate Resilience
Juba, South Sudan In a significant milestone for South Sudan’s climate resilience initiatives, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has officially entered into a contract with Sheladia Associates Inc (USA). This agreement designates Sheladia as the third-party monitor for the Regional Climate Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern […]
Hon. Peter Mahal Dhieu Akat Concludes WASH Meeting, Urges Regional Collaboration.
Yesterday, Hon. Peter Mahal Dhieu Akat, the Undersecretary in the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) successfully concluded a two-day Parliamentary meeting with the state’s Members of Parliament (MPs) and representatives from various states. The meeting in Parliament focused on critical issues related to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH). […]
South Sudan Launches Major WASH Initiative
Juba, South Sudan – May 27, 2024, The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, led by Hon. Pal Mai Deng, has launched the SOUTH SUDAN COMPACT, an initiative focused on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH). Vice President and Chairperson of the economic cluster, H.E. Gen. Dr. Wani Igga, officiated the […]
South Sudan Braces for Floods as Lake Victoria Reaches Record High
Juba, South Sudan – The South Sudanese government is warning of potential flooding due to rising water levels in Lake Victoria. Water Resources Minister Pal Mai Deng announced the news during a press conference, urging the public and relevant organizations to prepare for an imminent disaster. The Ugandan government is […]
Undersecretary Hon. Peter Mahal Meets Upper Nile State Minister
Hon. Peter Mahal Dhieu Akat, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI), recently convened with the Hon. Upper Nile State Minister for Lands, Housing, and Public Utilities at the MWRI headquarters in Hai Cinema, Juba. This strategic meeting aimed to foster collaboration in advancing infrastructure initiatives. The […]
Hon. Pal Meets Climate Group Chairman his Highness Shiekh Ahmed on Funding Projects for South Sudan
In a significant diplomatic encounter, Hon. Pal Mai Deng, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, met with His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al Qassimi, Chairman of the Climate Group Africa. The meeting, held in the United Arab Emirates, focused on funding opportunities for green projects in South Sudan. During […]
2nd Afri-Run Conference Launches in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for Water Resource Cooperation
The 2nd Afri-Run Conference commenced today at Sky Light Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This high-level conference focuses on promoting equitable utilization of Nile Water Resources, offering perspectives from riparian countries. Themed “Africa Resources for Africa Prosperity in the New Era,” the conference aims to foster cooperation and dialogue among […]