UNMISS builds capacities among traditional leaders and women on access to justice systems
In an innovative workshop facilitated by UNMISS, jointly supported by government partners, community leaders and women's representatives from all 10 counties in Western Equatoria, South Sudan, met to enhance their knowledge…
Korean peacekeepers’ support to strengthen local institutions
Throughout the month of February, UNIFIL peacekeepers from the Republic of Korea (ROK) supported Lebanese security institutions operating in south Lebanon as well as five city councils and an education institution with items…
MINURSO organizes a welcome parade to honor the newly arrived DFC Commodore Faustina Boakyewaa Anokye
On Monday 14 March 2022, a military welcome parade was held as the Mission HQ to honor the newly-arrived Deputy Force Commander, Commodore Faustina Boakyewaa Anokye, who arrived in Western Sahara on 20 February 2022. The…
Korean peacekeepers’ support to strengthen local institutions
Throughout the month of February, UNIFIL peacekeepers from the Republic of Korea (ROK) supported Lebanese security institutions operating in south Lebanon as well as five city councils and an education institution with items…
Kuajok women pledge to seek financial empowerment to close gender equality gap in the country
A woman in Kuajok standing up for her rights, including the one to economic empowerment. Photos: Peter Ring Ariik Kuol/UNMISS WARRAP STATE - What are some of the factors that hold women back in South Sudan, what would it take…
UNMISS builds capacities of South Sudanese police officers in Torit on conducting thorough investigations
Some 20 South Sudanese police officers have been trained by UNPOL officers serving with UNMISS on important investigative techniques to build their capacities in protecting citizens more effectively. Photo by Okello James…
Discussing peace over a cup of coffee: Displaced women in Tambura speak up
A cup of coffee and a safe place to share their stories: 250 women recently displaced by an upsurge of violence in Tambura, South Sudan, reveal how their harrowing experiences of conflict and loss have motivated them to…
Guterres vows to improve UN’s handling of sexual exploitation and abuse
Secretary-General António Guterres released his annual update on the Organization’s efforts to prevent and respond to sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) on Tuesday, dovetailing with his system-wide strategy – launched in…
UNMISS organizes forum on ongoing peace processes for religious leaders
Some 80 leaders from faith-based communities across Juba came together at an UNMISS forum to discuss ways in which they can promote peaceful coexistence and shared national identity. Photo by James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL…
UNMISS Deputy Special Representative and Resident Coordinator for South Sudan tours Torit
Sara Beysolow Nyanti, UNMISS Deputy Special Representative and Resident Coordinator for South Sudan had a busy but productive day on her maiden visit to Torit, Eastern Equatoria, where she met with key humanitarian…
Green Mahalla: Young Cypriots take stock on environmental challenges on the island
As part of the Young Leaders in Action initiative, a group of six young Cypriots from both communities in Cyprus came up with “ Green Mahalla”, a project to tackle environmental degradation and increase communication between…
Bentiu-based medical contingent from Vietnam receive UN medals for outstanding service
Vietnamese peacekeepers parading before receiving UN medals for their mostly medical services in and around Bentiu. Photos:Luk Riek Nyak/UNMISS UNITY STATE – Beginning their service with the United Nations Mission in South…