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. Pal Mai Deng, UK Ambassador Discuss Flooding Solutions
September 5, 2024-Thursday Juba, South Sudan The Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hon. Pal Mai Deng has today met in his office with the Ambassador of British H.E. Guy Warrington and they discussed the Ministry’s response on how to curb the impact posed by the flooding in the country. […]
Daily Water Level Updates September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024-Thursday Juba, South Sudan The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation through its Hydrological and Survey Department is hereby updating the general public about the rain fall forecasts and daily water levels of the rivers across the country. For more details, see attachment below.
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). […]
Lologo Water Plant Serves Juba Communities
Since 2022, the Lologo Water Treatment Plant has provided clean water to 35,000 people in Juba through 18 kiosks for displaced and host communities. Officials from KfW and UNICEF South Sudan recently visited the plant, talking with kiosk operators, beneficiaries, and government counterparts. Their visit helped the Ministry of Water […]
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 […]
Hon. Pal Mai Deng Addresses Public Concerns in Exclusive Terab Media Interview
Hon. Pal Mai Deng, National Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, recently discussed public concerns in an exclusive Terab Media interview. Held yesterday at 6 p.m., the interview focused on the public’s response to the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security’s press briefing regarding the Memo for procuring 200 […]