Hon. Minister of Health Sarah Cleto Rial Tours Ministry Directorates and Departments, Emphasizes Collaboration
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Hon. Minister of Health Sarah Cleto Rial Tours Ministry Directorates and Departments, Emphasizes Collaboration
Juba | June 9, 2025 — Hon. Minister of Health Sarah Cleto Rial Tours Ministry Directorates and Departments, Emphasizes Collaboration
The Ministry of Health was abuzz on June 9th, 2025, as the Honourable Minister of Health, Sarah Cleto Rial, embarked on a comprehensive two-hour tour of the ministry's headquarters. The objective of this vital visit was to gain firsthand insight into the operations, challenges, and successes of various directorates, departments, and programs.
Minister Sarah Cleto Rial's extensive tour covered a wide array of crucial areas within the ministry, demonstrating her commitment to understanding the breadth of its functions. Her itinerary included stops at:
- Administration and Finance
- Reproductive Health
- Preventive Health Services
- Medical Services
- Medical Council
- DFCA
- NTDs (Neglected Tropical Diseases)
- PMU (Program Management Unit)
- EPI (Expanded Program on Immunization)
- Guinea Worm Eradication Program
- National Malaria Control Program
- HIV Department
- TB Department
During her engagements, the Minister seized the invaluable opportunity to interact directly with both management and staff. She actively addressed various managerial and administrative challenges brought to her attention within each department. A central theme of her message throughout the tour was the critical need to strengthen collaboration and foster a robust spirit of cooperation among all personnel. Minister Sarah Cleto Rial underscored the immense importance of teamwork and mutual support as foundational elements for achieving the Ministry's overarching health objectives for the people of South Sudan.
The Minister was accompanied on this important tour by key members of her leadership team, including the Undersecretary, Hon. Dr. Annin Ngot Ngot Mou, the Director General for Administration and Finance, Mr. Santino Majak Deng, and other members of the Protocol and Management team.
This proactive tour by Minister Sarah Cleto Rial highlights the Ministry of Health's commitment to improving efficiency, addressing challenges, and ultimately enhancing the delivery of healthcare services across South Sudan.