Civil society group recognizes Minister Atong Kuol's efforts
Atong Kuol Manyang [middle], minister of Animal Resources, Fisheries, and Tourism in Jonglei State, and unnamed officials pose for a picture after receiving the award in Bor on Thursday, February 8, 2024 | Credit | Chol Kimani

 The Jonglei State Minister of Animal Resources, Fisheries, and Tourism - Atong Kuol Manyang - has been awarded the best Minister of Year 2022-2023.

The Public Service Excellence award was announced during the public dialogue on women and youth participation in peace transitional process in Bor town, organized by INTREPID South Sudan.

The executive director of INTREPID South Sudan and the chairperson of Jonglei State Civil Society Network said she launched and implemented several projects in the area.

 “Her work as the Minister of Health Jonglei state improve health situation across the state by deploying well trained medical doctors and continued supply of medicines to the counties during her time,” said Bol Deng Bol.

“Minister Atong also initiated the construction of concrete fence of Bor State Hospital, construction and renovation of wards, including the out-patient department.”

Until recently, Atong was the minister of Health in the state - a position she held from 2021 to 2023. 

Speaking at the event, Atong said the recognition has encouraged her to do more.

“I am very grateful. When I look at this award, it symbolizes the facts that hard work, dedication, passion, perseverance can bring you to this level,” she added.