News (Consolidated) - UNSOM

JUBA - “Sergii loved life, and not only his own. That is why he became a rescuer, a great rescuer, and instructor. He saved many lives during his professional path and gave his life saving others. He is in our minds. He is in our hearts.” This was the heartfelt, emotional tribute from Chief Pilot…

WARRAP – The three counties making up the greater Tonj region are sadly familiar with intercommunal violence and its dire consequences. A lack of mobility among law enforcement agents and community peacebuilding organs has made it difficult to prevent crimes and issue early warnings of potential…

JUBA - Regional and international peace partners are calling on South Sudan’s leaders to take urgent, collective action to de-escalate tensions and prevent a relapse into civil war, which would cause unprecedented suffering and impact the whole region. The partners spoke at a virtual meeting of the…

WARRAP - In the aftermath of recent intercommunal unrest, communities in Kuajok have taken steps to mend damaged relations and reconcile. On 17 January, following reports of South Sudanese civilians being killed in neighbouring Sudan, by Sudanese military forces, a wave of violence and looting swept…

EASTERN EQUATORIA - Radio Miraya, the broadcaster run by the United Nations Mission in #SouthSudan (UNMISS) has devoted, listening fans across the country. When a crew from the station spent a few days in Torit and Magwi, they were enthusiastically received. “I’m proud of Radio Miraya because they…

James Sokiri CENTRAL EQUATORIA - In Tokiman East on the outskirts of Juba, residents are frustrated by and worried about the lack of progress made to implement their countries peace agreement. “It is time for our leaders to set aside their pride and differences and work together to resolve current…

UNITY – In volatile Leer County, residents are exceedingly familiar with the devastating consequences of intercommunal fighting. At a point where tensions in parts of South Sudan are rapidly increasing, they know what their country needs to avoid a worst-case scenario. “Our political leaders must…

UNITY – Residents of Leer County are keenly looking forward to catching a rare glimpse of justice in action in their remote part of the country. With a mobile court scheduled to arrive at some point in May, their wait is almost over, but first local law enforcement personnel must be equipped with…

In South Sudan, a young country going through a transitional period towards peace and democracy, citizens are bound to have questions and concerns both about national political processes and their everyday challenges. As residents of seven villages in Morobo County found out over the course of two…

Radio UNMEE interviews Major-General Mohammad Taisir Masadeh about his first five months in office as the UNMEE Force Commander.

Mogadishu – Marking the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations today reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Somalia in the fight against explosive hazards for a safe and secure future for all Somalis. “Landmines and improvised explosive devices (IEDS)…

Mogadishu – Marking the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations today reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Somalia in the fight against explosive hazards for a safe and secure future for all Somalis. “Landmines and improvised explosive devices (IEDS)…