78-Year-Old South Sudanese Man Appeals for Help after Wife Gives Birth to Triplets

• Kuot Kiir Deng and his wife Nyanut Anyar welcomed triplets at Juba Teaching Hospital on 3 September 2026
• The birth was reportedly the 20th recorded case of triplets in South Sudan since the start of 2026
• The family is calling on well-wishers to help cover the cost of milk, diapers, clothing and medical care

A 78-year-old man in South Sudan has turned to the public for help after his wife gave birth to triplets, leaving the family stretched as they try to meet the immediate needs of three newborns.

Kuot Kiir Deng and his wife, Nyanut Anyar, welcomed the babies at Juba Teaching Hospital on 3 September 2026. The birth has been described as the 20th recorded case of triplets in South Sudan since the beginning of the year.

A family in need

With three infants suddenly in their care, Kuot and Nyanut are facing the reality of round-the-clock costs: milk, diapers, clothing and ongoing medical attention. Kuot has appealed to friends, relatives and members of the public to step in during what the family describes as a difficult period. They say any form of support is welcome, from prayers and personal visits to material assistance.

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Community reacts to the unusual birth

The story spread quickly on social media, with many people weighing in on the circumstances surrounding the birth.

Atom Johnson wrote:

"According to some cultures, an old man marries a young girl, and the work is fulfilled by his elder son or any grown-up son, and he takes ownership of the child or children and also gives them his name as his own children even when they are for his son. If he is from the tribe, then it's clear."

Patrick Anguzu said:

"I still wonder, what exactly are these people eating that makes their women to keep producing till the late 50's, but for the men, it's normal; even if he's 200+, he can still work perfectly."

Bol Wiik Awan offered a biblical perspective:

"What is the miracle in 70 years now? Even Abraham begot Isaac when he was 99 years and his wife with 75."

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Chuol Gatdin Wichluoth added a personal note:

"This can't surprise me because my dad is 79 years old and his 28-year-old is pregnant with the fourth baby."

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