What's the government response timeline for South Sudan?

Simultaneous Implementation of Screening and Quarantine Quotation: The government of the Republic of South Sudan has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. [ https://ss.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/]

Quotation: World Health Organized (WHO) supplied the National Public Health Laboratory (NPHL) COVID-19 testing kits (1200 tests TIBBiol Molecular Dx Kits), reagents and consumables being Link: http://archive.is/bAWU7 Foreign nationals also tested for COVID-19 Quotation: The individuals will be followed up for the mandatory 14 days, checked for symptoms and those who develop symptoms will be tested for COVID-19 (not limited to any other eligibility criteria) Link: https://www.cnbcafrica.com/africa-press-office/2020/04/05/coronavirus-south-sudan-covid-19-case-confirmed-in-south-sudan/

Ban 1 (March 13, 2020) Quotation: South Sudan on Friday suspended direct flights with countries affected by the novel coronavirus outbreak. Affected routes include China, Iran, Italy, the U.S., Egypt, the U.A.E., South Korea, Japan, Tunisia, Algeria, Togo, among other affected regions. Link: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/s-sudan-halts-flights-with-covid-19-affected-countries/1765141 Ban 2 (March 24, 2020) Quotation: On March 24, 2020, the Republic of South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority, based on direction of the South Sudanese High-level Task Force on COVID-19, closed Juba International Airport to all international flights. Link: https://ss.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-juba-south-sudan-march-24-2020/

Quotation: South Sudan’s president on Monday banned all social gatherings, including sporting events, religious events, weddings and political activities, due to coronavirus fears (in effect 16th March 2020). Link: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/coronavirus-south-sudan-bans-social-gatherings/1768378#

"South Sudan’s president on Monday banned all social gatherings, including sporting events, religious events, weddings and political activities, due to coronavirus fears (in effect 16th March 2020)." Exact figure is not provided, so it is unclear if gatherings of a few people are still allowed. [ https://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/coronavirus-south-sudan-bans-social-gatherings/1768378#]

President Salva Kiir Addresses the Nation on COVID-19 (sharing prevention strategies with the public) Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm_x0scA4KI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm_x0scA4KI

"Sneezing face Blow your nose, cough or sneeze Bus Use public transport Banknote with dollar sign Handle money, animals or garbage Convenience store Visit markets and public spaces Face with medical mask Care for a sick person Bowl with spoon Eat Toilet Use the toilet Raised hand Touch public surfaces All good times for #handwashing to stop #coronavirus and other diseases." https://twitter.com/unicefssudan/status/1239921964858384384

Quotation: We remind you to remain on high alert to protect yourself as countries in #Africa continue to report cases of #COVID19 Avoid unprotected close contact with anyone developing cold or flu-like symptoms. Immediately seek medical care if you have a fever, cough & difficulty breathing Link: https:/twitter.com/WHOSouthSudan/status/1240268295418322950

"Vice President Abdulbagi Akol said in a statement that all primary and secondary schools, universities and other institutions of learning would be closed starting Friday, March 20, till April 20th." Link: https://eyeradio.org/govt-closes-schools-universities-amid-coronavirus-fears/

Quotation: March 22nd is #WorldWaterDay Splashing sweat symbol. As we fight the #COVID19 outbreak, let's ensure that we wash our hands frequently with water and soap and ensure that the most vulnerable do not get left behind. #SafeHands #WaterandClimateChange #SSOT #SouthSudan Link: https://twitter.com/GERinSSD/status/1241271171473170432

Quotation: Information is power!! Thank you to @cityfmjuba and @RadioMiraya for the airtime, together we can protect #SouthSudan from @COVID19. stay informed and updated with accurate information from the @MoHsouthsudan or call 6666 hotline. you can as well follow @WHOSouthSudan Link: https://twitter.com/WHOSouthSudan/status/1241783977863757836

Quotation: To receive updates on #COVID19 from WHO add this number— +41 79 893 18 92 to your contacts and send a @WhatsApp message. You’ll automatically be registered to receive updates and also have an option to ask for more information as shown below. https://who.int Link: https://twitter.com/WHOSouthSudan/status/1242064033823559681

On Monday, March 23, the Sudanese government announced that it will impose a nighttime curfew nationwide starting on Tuesday, March 24, to prevent further spread of the ongoing outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The curfew will be from 20:00 to 06:00 (local time) each night. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/325716/sudan-government-implements-nationwide-nighttime-curfew-march-24-due-to-covid-19-update-3

On March 24, 2020, the Republic of South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority, based on direction of the South Sudanese High-level Task Force on COVID-19, closed Juba International Airport to all international flights. https://ss.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-juba-south-sudan-march-24-2020/

Quotation: Take particular precautions to prevent #COVID19 when in public spaces, including on public transport. Wash your hands often for at least 40 seconds with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub to protect yourself and others. Link: https://twitter.com/WHOAFRO/status/1242420209035730946

"In other developments, the Presidency directs the employers, both private and public – to make provisions for allowing their non-essential staff to stay home on a paid leave." https://eyeradio.org/kiir-imposes-night-curfew-asks-employers-to-have-some-staff-stay-home/

Quotation: Access to accurate information from reliable sources is critical in the fight against the transmission of #COVID19, @WHOSouthSudan is supporting community outreach activities in Rumbek, Lakes State to ensure communities are provided with basic information on prevention. #SSOT Link: https://twitter.com/WHOSouthSudan/status/1242783301762527234

Quotation: Notice to the Media about Reporting on Coronavirus Pandemic "All media practitioners, broadcast, print & social media users are hereby warned to only cautiously disseminate credible info obtained from the rightful designated health experts in MoH & WHO." #SouthSudan #COVID19 (Notification attached) Link: https://twitter.com/SouthSudanGov/status/1243239494616322050

Quotation: Are your hands clean? Handwashing with soap is an easy way to prevent many diseases, including #COVID19 #SSOT Link: https://twitter.com/unicefssudan/status/1243379781124517888

"All non-essential businesses have been asked to close as of 28 March." https://reliefweb.int/report/south-sudan/south-sudan-covid-19-update-31-march-2020

Quotation: #PrayersForCoronaFreeWorld: "The LORD saves the righteous and protects them in times of trouble."- Psalm 37:39. #PrayTogether #Covid_19 #ItTakesAWorld Link: https://twitter.com/WVSouthSudan/status/1243859395206885377

Quotation: Bodabodas have been banned from transporting passengers and public buses are permitted to take passengers to half capacity as the government moved to contain the spread of Coronavirus infections countrywide, the high-level taskforce has said (29th March 2020) Link: https://eyeradio.org/bodabodas-banned-from-transporting-passengers-over-conronavirus/

The Ministry of Health with support from UNICEF, the World Health Organization and other partners have launched a nationwide risk communication campaign. The aim is to create awareness and mobilize communities on COVID-19 as part of the national risk communication, community engagement and social mobilization efforts, led by the Ministry of Health and UNICEF.The link could not be archived. It was showing some error. Link : https://news.cgtn.com/news/2020-04-07/South-Sudan-uses-radio-to-communicate-COVID-19-information-PvexU32YF2/index.html

https://www.cnbcafrica.com/africa-press-office/2020/04/05/coronavirus-south-sudan-covid-19-case-confirmed-in-south-sudan/ 5 Apr. The United Nations in South Sudan has confirmed a case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) among its staff. A full list of people who came into contact with the patient is being compiled, and quarantine and follow-up has begun immediately together with the Ministry of Health. The individuals will be followed up for the mandatory 14 days, checked for symptoms and those who develop symptoms will be tested for COVID-19.

Quotation: A full list of people who came into contact with the patient is being compiled, and quarantine and follow-up has begun immediately together with the Ministry of Health. The individuals will be followed up for the mandatory 14 days, checked for symptoms and those who develop symptoms will be tested for COVID-19. https://www.cnbcafrica.com/africa-press-office/2020/04/05/coronavirus-south-sudan-covid-19-case-confirmed-in-south-sudan/

Quotation: World Health Organized (WHO) supplied the National Public Health Laboratory (NPHL) COVID-19 testing kits (1200 tests TIBBiol Molecular Dx Kits), reagents and consumables being Link: https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/South%20Sudan%20COVID-19%20Situation%20Report%20-%20%23%205%20%282-8%20March%202020%29.pdf Foreign nationals also tested for COVID-19 Quotation: The individuals will be followed up for the mandatory 14 days, checked for symptoms and those who develop symptoms will be tested for COVID-19 (not limited to any other eligibility criteria) Link: https://www.cnbcafrica.com/africa-press-office/2020/04/05/coronavirus-south-sudan-covid-19-case-confirmed-in-south-sudan/

Quotation: World Health Organized (WHO) supplied the National Public Health Laboratory (NPHL) COVID-19 testing kits (1200 tests TIBBiol Molecular Dx Kits), reagents and consumables being Link: https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/South%20Sudan%20COVID-19%20Situation%20Report%20-%20%23%205%20%282-8%20March%202020%29.pdf Foreign nationals also tested for COVID-19 Quotation: The individuals will be followed up for the mandatory 14 days, checked for symptoms and those who develop symptoms will be tested for COVID-19 (not limited to any other eligibility criteria) Link: https://www.cnbcafrica.com/africa-press-office/2020/04/05/coronavirus-south-sudan-covid-19-case-confirmed-in-south-sudan/

On Sunday, April 12, Sudanese authorities announced a ban on domestic travel to limit the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the country. As such, private and commercial passenger vehicles will be prohibited from traveling between cities and states, effective immediately. [ https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/331791/sudan-government-implements-restrictions-on-domestic-travel-as-of-april-12-due-to-covid-19-update-4]

The South Sudan High Level Taskforce for COVID-19 has extended the country’s partial lockdown until further notice. That means all schools and most shops will remain closed, as will South Sudan’s borders and Juba International Airport. Link: https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/south-sudan-extends-partial-lockdown-indefinitely Only special flights are granted permission (refer to Gov of South Sudan Twitter: https://twitter.com/southsudangov?lang=en) On 16 March, the task force stopped international flights (Link: https://eyeradio.org/govt-extends-lockdown-indefinitely/)

Sudanese authorities announced on Monday, April 13, that a three-week lockdown in Khartoum and Omdurman will come into effect on Saturday, April 18, after ten cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) were confirmed in the country. Only essential services will remain open, while employees will be granted a paid leave of absence. Authorities added that supermarkets and pharmacies will be open for limited hours but have not yet confirmed the timings. Individuals will be allowed limited movement within their neighborhoods to purchase necessities. A nighttime curfew is in effect nationwide from 20:00 to 06:00 (local time). [ https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332021/sudan-three-week-lockdown-in-khartoum-and-omdurman-to-take-effect-from-april-18-update-5]

"The South Sudan High Level Taskforce for COVID-19 has extended the country’s partial lockdown until further notice. That means all schools and most shops will remain closed, as will South Sudan’s borders and Juba International Airport." Link: https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/south-sudan-extends-partial-lockdown-indefinitely

'Nearly 430,000 people will receive cash transfers in 10 counties across South Sudan, including Juba. Specifically, the project will provide cash transfers to the poorest and most vulnerable people for working on public works projects. It will also provide direct grants to those who are unable to work, including people with disabilities, the elderly and pregnant or breastfeeding women, among others.' https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2020/04/28/south-sudan-to-benefit-from-world-bank-support-for-social-safety-net

On 1st May, government announced strict lockdown with fines and punishments https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/jump-sudan-coronavirus-cases-prompts-total-lockdown

On 1st May, government announced strict lockdown with fines and punishments https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/jump-sudan-coronavirus-cases-prompts-total-lockdown

The government announced on 1st may to fine and confiscate cars in case people are not obeying curfew.On 1st May, government announced strict lockdown with fines and punishments https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/jump-sudan-coronavirus-cases-prompts-total-lockdown

On 4th May, Government announced random sample testing in the Capital. They announced to divide capital in four zones. 100 sample testing will be conducted in each zone to check spread of virus. https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/south-sudan-announces-new-steps-fight-coronavirus

School closures for all people are required. https://reliefweb.int/report/south-sudan/19-million-south-sudanese-children-despair-over-closure-schools-due-covid-19

All public events and social gatherings are cancelled. http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-03/17/c_138884708.htm

In a statement issued after a meeting of President Salva Kiir and his deputies in Juba, the capital, on Thursday, the government said that regional flights and road transport will be allowed to resume, the government said in a statementShops and stores have been directed to open and motorcycle taxis are permitted to carry passengers, provided they and the drivers wear masks. This permission is granted in non curfew hours. Link: https://africa.cgtn.com/2020/05/07/south-sudan-eases-lockdown-despite-increase-in-virus-infections/

People are allowed to purchase essential items within a curfew and within their neighborhoods. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/340466/sudan-lockdown-in-khartoum-state-extended-through-may-19-update-7

All internal movement is restricted to movement within neighborhoods. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/340466/sudan-lockdown-in-khartoum-state-extended-through-may-19-update-7

All international travel is banned. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/340466/sudan-lockdown-in-khartoum-state-extended-through-may-19-update-7

The public information campaign was scaled-up nationwide. https://www.unicef.org/southsudan/press-releases/south-sudan-scales-nation-wide-coronavirus-awareness-raising-campaign-neighbouring

WHO assisted south sudan in enhancing its testing policy to, 'testing suspected cases who meet Influenza-like illness or severe acute respiratory illness case definition, patients with unusual pneumonias, travelers crossing the border from areas with community transmission of COVID-19, contacts of confirmed COVID-19 cases who are symptomatic, and cases that meet the definition of the virus.' ' https://www.afro.who.int/news/who-prepositions-supplies-speed-testing-suspected-covid-19-cases-south-sudan

South Sudan health officials noted that full contact tracing will be carried out for all new confirmed cases. http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-05/09/c_139041564.htm

"In the latest directive by the Presidency, businesses including bars, restaurants, Boda Boda, Rickshaws, and others will now be allowed to reopen during non-curfew hours." https://eyeradio.org/s-sudan-eases-restrictions-as-coronavirus-cases-surge/

According to African news published on 11th may, 2020 "Educational radio programmes for children on Radio Miraya was launched today, enabling more children to continue their learning while schools are closed. Since 20 March 2020, education facilities have been shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To ensure children are staying engaged and continue to learn, the Ministry of General Education and Instruction (MoGE&I;) has together with UNICEF and education partners developed radio programmes for primary and senior classes. Link: https://www.africanews.com/2020/05/11/coronavirus-south-sudan-scaling-up-radio-education-for-children-in-south-sudan/

In a letter dated May 11 and addressed to all airline operators in the country, David Subek Dada, chief executive officer of the South Sudan Civil Aviation said the country's airspace opened on Tuesday in line with last week's presidential directive to ease COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. The measures include wearing of face masks, social distancing and spraying of all aircrafts on arrival. International travellers are also required to produce medical certificates from countries of origin declaring them COVID-19 free and be subjected to 14-day quarantine upon arrival to South Sudan. http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-05/12/c_139051489.htm

Health Ministry Under Secreatary said the latest cases were part of the ongoing contact tracing and surveillance, including suspects tracing in the country, noting that six were female while three are male persons with the age group of between 18 and 62. Link: http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-05/14/c_139054482.htm

South Sudan has maintained school closures https://reliefweb.int/report/south-sudan/19-million-south-sudanese-children-despair-over-closure-schools-due-covid-19

South sudan is allowing some sectors of work to open in measures to ease the lockdown. https://eyeradio.org/s-sudan-eases-restrictions-as-coronavirus-cases-surge/

Lockdown measures remain in some states, however despite easing of the lockdown in other areas, there remains restrictions on the number of people using public transport or in shops at one point in time. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/347421/sudan-lockdown-in-khartoum-state-extended-through-june-18-update-10

Although lockdown measures are being eased in the city of khartoum, there are restrictions on movement. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

Lockdown measures remain in the city of khartoum. Only people providing essential services are allowed to continue movement outside their homes. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

There is a ban on travel between the state of khartoum and other states. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

All international travel is banned https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

There is no information on specific income support although health and economic measures are accounted for in the covid response https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

There is a coordinated public information campaign https://www.afro.who.int/news/ministry-health-support-who-and-partners-scale-response-covid-19-south-sudan

The government has support to scale up resources to increase testing. https://www.afro.who.int/news/ministry-health-support-who-and-partners-scale-response-covid-19-south-sudan

The government and its partners have scaled up support to increase their capacity for investigating covid-19 and to increase testing. https://www.afro.who.int/news/ministry-health-support-who-and-partners-scale-response-covid-19-south-sudan

Scholls remain closed https://www.unicef.org/southsudan/stories/south-sudanese-children-debate-unicef-specialists-covid-19

The government has a strict work curfew in place and recommends people to work from home https://eyeradio.org/kiir-imposes-night-curfew-asks-employers-to-have-some-staff-stay-home/ https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

All public events remain cancelled https://eyeradio.org/kiir-imposes-night-curfew-asks-employers-to-have-some-staff-stay-home/

South Sudan has extended the lockdown in the city of Khartoum. There will be restricted movement. Although other parts of the country still have access to public transport. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

Lockdown measures are extended in the city of Khartoum, with curfews and limited movement https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

There lockdown in the city of khartoum means that there is no movement from other states into that city https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

Land borders remain closed https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/350716/sudan-authorities-extend-flight-suspension-until-june-28-update-11

there is not enough data on debt or contract relief https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

THere is a coordinated public information campaign https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

REcent reports state that testing is largely limited to people with symptoms of covid 19 https://www.africanews.com/2020/06/22/south-sudan-s-zero-coronavirus-cases-from-total-of-18-tests-govt//

Contact tracing is being done for those found to be positive for covid19 https://www.africanews.com/2020/06/22/south-sudan-s-zero-coronavirus-cases-from-total-of-18-tests-govt//

Though Sudan eased down its restrictions from 8th July but it does not include opening of educational institutions at any level. Link http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/10/c_139201145.htm

Many shops reopened their doors for customers, while some companies resumed normal operation in Khartoum, though few customers showed up due to the public transport restrictions. Link http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/10/c_139201145.htm

Many shops reopened their doors for customers, while some companies resumed normal operation in Khartoum, though few customers showed up due to the public transport restrictions. Note :The above statement shows that, despite the fact that restrictions have been eased down, public transport restrictions are still there. Link http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/10/c_139201145.htm

Lockdown restrictions have been eased down. but people are recommended to stay at home. Link: http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/10/c_139201145.htm

In his recommendations, the minister urged restricting the movement of people and vehicles between the country's 18 states, excluding the movement of commodities and sick people in emergency cases. Link http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/10/c_139201145.htm

Al-Tom demanded continued closure of Sudan's borders and crossings, and the full curfew in Khartoum with reducing the period of movement within the neighbourhoods by two hours. Link http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/10/c_139201145.htm

As of July 21, the restrictions imposed in March remain in place. Xinhua reports that musicians and other performers are increasingly struggling to make a living. https://archive.vn/xaD2o

"Schools are closed" https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirus

"Public rallies are not allowed, schools are closed, and public gatherings for funerals are limited to a maximum of 50 people." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirus

"public gatherings for funerals are limited to a maximum of 50 people." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirus

"There are also some restrictions on public transport and inter-state movements. Passengers are required to wear face masks." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirusttps://web.archive.org/web/20200818013728/ https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirus

"An official government curfew is in force across South Sudan from 10pm to 6am." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirusttps://web.archive.org/web/20200818013728/ https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirus

"There are also some restrictions on ... inter-state movements." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirusttps://web.archive.org/web/20200818013728/ https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/coronavirus

"South Sudan has reopened its land borders but in effect they remain closed due to restrictions in place from neighbouring countries. ... To enter South Sudan, you must have a certificate showing you are free from coronavirus, issued no more than 48 hours ahead of your journey, and endorsed by a reputable medical provider. You will also need prior permission to enter the country from the National Taskforce." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan/entry-requirements