In Warrap State, abysmal, rain-drenched roads stopped patrolling peacekeepers serving with UNMISS from reaching their destination, but they did gather critical information – and repaired a broken Radio Miraya transmitter – before returning to base.
Not all roads lead to Romich, but attempted patrol worthwhile all the same
WARRAP – Seasoned travellers are fond of declaring that the journey is in fact the destination, or at least the most important part of any trip. Had they embarked on the road, well, path, from Tonj to Romich after heavy rains…
Eastern Equatoria State’s fourth Police Community Relations Committee has been established in Magwi. Like similar committees elsewhere, its purpose it to be a link between citizens and law enforcement agents.
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Community-led committees link citizens with police in Eastern Equatoria State
EASTERN EQUATORIA – In recent years, parts of Eastern Equatoria have seen disputes over grazing land leading to cattle raids and revenge attacks, causing deaths, destruction and fear. "We lost our belongings livelihoods when…
Statement attributable to UNMISS Spokesperson on the ambush of peacekeepers in Western Equatoria
JUBA - The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) condemns yesterday’s ambush of its peacekeepers in Western Equatoria State by elements of a local armed group, who subsequently seized a small cache of weapons and…
Following recurring clashes between farmers and cattle herders in Central Equatoria, UNMISS supported a forum where representatives from the two parties discussed and agreed on measures to put an end to their conflict.
Central Equatorian herders and farmers agree on measures to end recurring clashes
CENTRAL EQUATORIA - "We are all one people, and we want to live in peace with each other. It doesn’t have to be like this." Joseph Moore, leader of a youth group in Tindilo, Terekeka County, is referring to families being…
In Pibor, UNMISS South Korean engineers built a 35-kilometer road connecting the town to nearby Bor and Akobo. As a result, the local market is booming, with traders actively selling locally produced goods like as maize, groundnuts, and sorghum.
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UNMISS peacekeepers help boost trade and economic growth in Greater Pibor
The market in central Pibor is bustling. Business owners are doing a brisk trade, selling a wide variety of goods grown in this region, including maize, groundnuts and sorghum. This economic activity was largely absent at the…
The presence and patrols of peacekeepers make it possible for many internally displaced persons in and around Tambura to sleep, but insecurity means most are afraid to return home.
Denis Louro/UNMISS
Displaced civilians in Greater Tambura protected but say reconciliation needed to leave camps
WESTERN EQUATORIA - Since 2021, when recurrent inter-communal violence escalated in the Greater Tambura region, numerous lives have been lost and thousands forced from their homes. For years, terrified civilians have at times…
A “Citizens’ Talk” forum in Bor engaged civil society representatives, politicians and other stakeholders in a discussion on how to increase the participation of ordinary people in the implementation of South Sudan’s peace agreement.
Mach Samuel/UNMISS
Bor residents want ownership of peace process by closer cooperation with political leaders
JONGLEI – "To achieve lasting peace, we must build trust and bridge the gap between leaders and their communities. By actively listening to one another, we can unite and move forward as a nation," said Rodah Nyankiir Makuei…
In Western Bahr El Ghazal, UN Police Officers are leading efforts to transform the lives of displaced women, so they are empowered to secure economic independence.
Jimmy Lambs Kwaje Ludanga/UNMISS
UNMISS inspires displaced women to achieve economic empowerment and independence in Wau
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – “By prioritizing self-care, women become strong leaders, better listeners and more patient negotiators. Our families and communities draw courage in pursuing peace from our example.” This was the…
In flood-stricken Bentiu, 270 Ghanaian police officers, including 63 women, serving with UNMISS were awarded the prestigious UN Medal for protecting hundreds of thousands of displaced people, facilitating the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, and building the capacity of national counterparts.
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UNMISS Ghanaian police unit honored with UN Medal for their service in flood-stricken Bentiu
BENTIU - The challenges in Bentiu are immense. Year-on-year of extraordinary flooding has left hundreds of thousands of people displaced, living on what has essentially become an island, surrounded by thousands of kilometers…
In conflict-torn Malakal, UNMISS has further strengthened the judicial system by building a new prosecutor’s residence, so they no longer share space with the police. On top of new court houses and a mobile court, this project helps deliver the accountability communities have been looking for.
New UNMISS-funded prosecutor’s residence helps strengthen justice system in conflict-torn Upper Nile
MALAKAL – Communities across Upper Nile continue to suffer immense harm from escalating conflict, severe food insecurity, and the strain of hosting most of the 1.1 million people who have fled across the border from the war…
Remarks by the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, Martha Pobee, to the United Nations Security Council on the situation in South Sudan
[As Delivered] Mr. President, Distinguished Members of the Security Council, Thank you for the opportunity to brief on the situation in South Sudan as outlined in the Secretary-General’s report submitted to this Council…
“Journalists have an immense responsibility to themselves and to their country. This job is for the brave, for those who stand for truth, and are committed to peace,” says Patrick Oyet, President of the South Sudan Union of Journalists at an UNMISS-supported workshop on ethical reporting.
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UNMISS supports training of journalists on ethical reporting in South Sudan
JUBA – Fourteen years after the historic moment of achieving independence, South Sudan continues to grapple with conflict, political instability, and ethnic tensions. In this troubled context and, as the country heads towards…