WOMEN AND GIRLS CONTINUE TO BEAR DISPROPORTIONATE IMPACTS OF HEATWAVES IN SOUTH SUDAN THAT HAVE BECOME A CONSTANT THREAT

This study examines the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme heat events in conflict-ridden South Sudan, highlighting their disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations, particularly women and girls. It emphasises that adaptation efforts have largely failed due to weak infrastructure, leading to cascading disasters such as displacement, fragile healthcare systems, disruptions to informal labour, school closures and water scarcity, among others. The study underscores the urgent need for proactive measures, including early warning systems, resilient infrastructure, access to safe water and the establishment of cooling centres to mitigate the adverse effects of extreme heat.