South Sudanese lawmaker Josephine Lemi Abalang has died while receiving medical treatment in Nairobi, Kenya.

The death was confirmed on Saturday, March 28, 2026, by several sources, including fellow legislators and relatives.

Abalang, who served as a Member of Parliament in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), had been unwell for some time and was flown to Nairobi for specialized medical care.

She passed away at a hospital in the Kenyan capital.

Details about the cause of her death and funeral arrangements have not yet been made public.

Josephine Lemi Abalang was known for her active participation in parliamentary affairs and her representation of her constituency.

Her passing has been met with shock and condolences from colleagues in the TNLA and across the political spectrum.

This latest death adds to the growing list of South Sudanese lawmakers who have died in recent years, many of whom passed away while seeking treatment abroad due to limited advanced medical facilities in the country.

Further details regarding her burial and tributes are expected in the coming days.