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First Vice President meets the Global Fund discuss improving the health care sector

First Vice President meets the Global Fund  discuss improving the health care sector

The First Vice President meets the Global Fund and Gavi delegation to discuss improving the health care sector

The first vice president, Dr. Riek Machar Teny-Dhurgon, received in his office a delegation from the Global Fund and Gavi, accompanied by the acting minister of health, Hon. Awut Deng Acuil.

The meeting discussed the need to work collaboratively to improve the health care sector in the country.

The first vice president assured the delegation of his commitment to work together with the cabinet to ensure that the health budget is increased.

Minister Awut appreciated the Global Fund and GAVi for their unwavering support for the people of South Sudan and affirmed the government’s commitment to continue working together with partners to end epidemics.

The Global Fund is an international financing and partnership organization with the goal of attracting, leveraging, and investing more resources to end epidemics of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.

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Wek Atak Kacjang

Wek Atak Kacjang, is a seasoned journalist with over ten years of comprehensive experience spanning both print and electronic media throughout South Sudan. His extensive career in journalism has established him as a respected voice in the country's media landscape, where he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to delivering accurate, impactful reporting across diverse subject matters. Wek holds a Diploma in Communications from the University of Juba, which he completed in 2020. This formal education provided him with a solid foundation in media theory, communication principles, and journalistic ethics that continue to inform his professional practice today. His academic background, combined with his decade of hands-on experience, has equipped him with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to navigate the complex media environment in South Sudan. Currently, Wek serves in dual roles at Juba Echo TV, where he functions as both a Social Media Monitor and News Editor. In these positions, he oversees the organization's digital presence while simultaneously managing editorial content and ensuring that news coverage meets the highest standards of journalistic integrity. His work at Juba Echo TV has allowed him to stay at the forefront of media innovation, particularly in how traditional journalism adapts to and leverages social media platforms for broader audience engagement and real-time news dissemination.

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