In Central Equatoria, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has initiated a "Community Sensitization and Civic Education Campaign" to promote grassroots engagement in political, peace and electoral processes. Photo by Ali Surur/UNMISS.
UNMISS launches vital dialogue initiative to promote community engagement in peace process and electoral preparations
CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Durable peace is achieved when all citizens actively shape their country's future. To promote civic education, facilitate community dialogue, and ensure inclusive participation, the United Nations Mission…
At a recent outreach event organized by UNMISS and peace partners in the Juba neighbourhood of Muniki, residents asked pertinent questions about social and political developments in their country. Photo by Blessings Samuel Phumisa/UNMISS.
Critical role of information highlighted as Juba residents discuss key political developments
CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Cecilia Kiden Isaac, a 51-year-old educator in Juba, is passionate about empowering her community through education. At a recent outreach event organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan…
In Warrap State, more than 60 traditional court actors participated in a workshop on how to align customary laws, human rights and the formal justice system. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS.
Chiefs of Greater Tonj pledge improved rule of law when traditional and modern laws are better aligned
WARRAP—In Tonj North and Tonj South, more than 60 traditional court actors recently took part in a pivotal training on ways to modernize customary laws and integrate them with the formal justice system to better protect the…
The good people of Tambura are likely to be wearing smarter outfits than ever before with a batch of tailors having just graduated for a vocational skills training. Photos: Denis Louro/UNMISS
Vocational skills training gives Tambura youth hope of employment and incomes
WESTERN EQUATORIA - Excitement was in the air among the youth in Tambura when they recently, after three months of concerted efforts, finished a livelihood skills training. They are now able to make good use of their new know…
Following a visit by an UNMISS delegation, the Governor of Western Equatoria State ordered military personnel to leave schools, leading to one of them being vacated and two children released from armed groups. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS.
Western Equatorian school vacated by armed forces and child soldiers released after UNMISS intervention
WESTERN EQUATORIA - Across South Sudan, children continue to be caught in the crossfire of conflict, losing their lives, being maimed, displaced from their homes, unable to go to school or access healthcare, and forcibly…
More than 60 local government officials from the counties of Tonj North and Tonj South recently gathered at a two-day workshop to strengthen their ability to address challenges facing their communities. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS.
Greater Tonj authorities commit to stronger governance by finding local solutions
WARRAP— More than 60 local government officials from the counties of Tonj North and Tonj South recently gathered for a two-day workshop aimed at strengthening their roles in addressing community challenges, including resource…
A grassroots event organized in Gudele West in Juba recently provided residents with an opportunity to discuss and learn more about current political developments. Photo by Blessings Samuel Phumisa/UNMISS.
Hardened Gudele residents concerned, determined to be heard, hoping for action to address urgent needs
JUBA - Gudele West is one of the capital’s densely populated neighbourhoods on the western bank of the Nile. Untamed inflation, skyrocketing prices and the irregular delivery of basic services mean that residents here are no…
Remarks by Mr. Nicholas Haysom Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS to the 8th Governors’ Forum
[As Delivered] Your Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit, Excellency First Vice President of the Republic and all the Vice-Presidents Rt. Honourable Speaker and Deputy Speakers, Honourable Governors and Chief…
South Sudan’s President confirms commitment to “speed up and conclude” Tumaini peace negotiations
The President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, has confirmed that the Tumaini talks with hold-out groups in Nairobi, Kenya, are not intended to negotiate a new parallel deal or to replace or dismantle the existing…
Peacekeepers in Jonglei State and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area have received UN medals in recognition of their outstanding efforts in promoting and sustaining peace in South Sudan. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/Mach Samuel/Achol Kur Marial Kur.
Ethiopian, South Korean, and Indian peacekeepers awarded UN medals for variety of key contributions
JONGLEI - While giving medals to uniformed peacekeepers may appear to be a standard procedure, it is an act that carries profound meaning. The Blue Helmets who receive them have proved their worth by demonstrating…
More than 180 residents from five Kajo Keji communities, including leaders, women, youth, and elders, recently united to promote peace initiatives for a better future. Photo by Elizabeth Mpimbaza/UNMISS.
Residents in Kajo Keji unanimous: “It is our collective responsibility to restore lasting peace”
CENTRAL EQUATORIA – Kajo Keji has endured a challenging, conflict-filled past, but residents remain remarkably resilient. They dare hope for a brighter future, despite still finding themselves under sporadic attacks. “When I…
A new national task force has been established to tackle gender-based and conflict-related sexual violence, with the government declaring it as "by us, for us." Photo by Sonam Tharchen/UNMISS.
“By us, for us”: South Sudan launches first ever national taskforce to combat gender-based and conflict-related sexual violence
The conflict plaguing parts of South Sudan is continuing to cause unimaginable suffering, with the latest statistics showing that at least 65 percent of women and girls in the country experience physical, sexual or gender…