Peacekeeping news

While UNIFIL continues to communities as best it can, the needs are great and require a comprehensive approach. Shama, 29 June 2024 – UNIFIL and international and national agencies and organizations met in Shama on Wednesday…

In Unity State and Ruweng Administrative Area, UNMISS organized a training for approximately 600 members of the South Sudan security forces, aimed to bridge possible gaps between different groups within them. Photo by Peter…

UNMISS, local authorities meet to discuss restarting vital road repairs in Central Equatoria once the dry season begins. Photo by Taban Alfred/UNMISS. CENTRAL EQUATORIA – Engineers from the United Nations Mission in South…

UNIFIL Indian peacekeepers recently visited Shebaa's Primary School, the only school that continues to operate in their area where Indian peacekeepers work. This visit shows their commitment to supporting education and…

In Jonglei State, UNMISS and other stakeholders came together to observe the International Day for the Elimination of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence, stressing the significance of safeguarding the rights of women, men, and…

[near verbatim] RJMEC Chair, Excellencies and distinguished guests, I thank the RJMEC for the opportunity to brief you today.Since we last met, I note the renewed interest by the transitional government for inclusion by…

The spectacular phenomenon of millions of antelope migrating across South Sudan has been revealed during the country's first comprehensive aerial wildlife survey. Once thought lost due to decades of conflict, the mass…

UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana establish a temporary presence in Manga Port to prevent violence and boost community confidence, following recent clashes in Unity state and neighbouring Ruweng Administrative Area. Photo by…

Abyei, 25 June 2024 - The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) is investigating an incident at one of its camps on June 23, 2024, which resulted in the death of one person and the injury of another. In the…

Updated 6 September 2024 Police services that are effective, efficient, representative, responsive and accountable are a necessary foundation for sustainable peace. This can be easily seen in Kayango, South Sudan, where a new…

Harnessing the power of regional economic cooperation as a pathway to sustainable peace and development was the idea behind an UNMIK-supported forum that gathered entrepreneurs and business development professionals in the…

At an event in Eastern Equatoria to mark Day of the African Child, diverse stakeholders called for more access to technological advances to ensure children in South Sudan can have the same advantages as those from developed…