Free Surgery Outreach in Terekeka County
The South Sudan Doctors Union says it will stage a five-day free surgical camp in Terekeka County, Central Equatoria State, later this month. The outreach is set for Jan. 23-28, 2026, and will offer operations alongside other essential medical services.
Central Equatoria Healthcare Access in Focus
Union officials frame the camp as a practical step to widen healthcare access across Central Equatoria State. They link the effort to recent reductions in health facilities and long-standing shortages that, in their view, have constrained routine service delivery in parts of the area.
Dr. Luka Dut on Services and Public Health
Dr. Luka Dut, the union’s secretary-general, said the outreach is designed to reach residents who face barriers to care. “The aim of this medical and surgical outreach is to increase access to the people of Central Equatoria,” Dr. Luka Dut said.
According to Dr. Luka Dut, the programme will combine health education with general clinical consultations and surgical interventions. He described the package as community-oriented, seeking to address immediate needs while also strengthening awareness around basic health practices.
Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony Pledges Support
The initiative was discussed on Thursday during a meeting in Juba with Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony, according to the union. Dr. Luka Dut said the governor indicated a willingness to support both the camp and wider priorities in the health sector.
Dr. Luka Dut said the union asked the governor to support the health sector and that discussions included financial backing for state health workers specializing abroad. Derick Derickson, the governor’s press secretary, confirmed the governor pledged moral and financial support. “The governor pledges full support to make sure that this initiative is realized,” Derick Derickson said.
Remote Areas a Priority for Service Expansion
Derick Derickson said the state leadership commended the union for the initiative and reiterated the importance of expanding healthcare, particularly in remote locations. The camp is expected to serve as a short-term intervention, while also spotlighting persistent gaps in access to care.