UNMISS-funded solar-powered water treatment plant boosts residents and returnees in Pieri
To help residents in Pieri access clean and potable water, UNMISS has funded and handed over a solar-powered water treatment unit. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS. JONGLEI – A lack of access to safe water remains a significant…
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Press release: Surge in intercommunal conflict causing immense harm to civilians in South Sudan, according to the latest UNMISS Quarterly Brief
Civilians are bearing the brunt of a surge in intercommunal conflict in pockets of South Sudan with 862 victims documented as being killed, injured, abducted, or subjected to conflict-related sexual violence during these…
Women’s Day at HQ UNTSO on 7 March 2024
Women’s Day at HQ UNTSO on 7 March 2024 Women’s Day at HQ UNTSO on 7 March 2024
UNMISS supports work of military justice assessment team in Maridi
Supported by UNMISS, an SSPDF Justice Directorate assessment mission in Maridi, Western Equatoria evaluated pending cases concerning uniformed personnel. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. "I am seeking justice for my daughter,"…
On the anniversary of its Establishment, UNIFIL calls for full implementation of Resolution 1701
As UNIFIL marked the 46th anniversary of its establishment today, its leadership renewed calls for all actors to put down their weapons, recommit to Security Council Resolution 1701, and work toward a political and diplomatic…
Access to healthcare vital for women’s protection say Maiwut communities
In Maiwut, some 53 community members came together to discuss sustainable community-based solutions to overarching protection concerns at a workshop hosted by UNMISS. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS UPPER NILE – Some 53 women…
UNMISS protects supply convoys to colleagues and people of Abyei affected by Sudan conflict
An increase of attacks targeting humanitarian convoys have led to more of them being escorted and protected by UNMISS peacekeepers. Photos by Peter Bateman/UNMISS In response to the escalating conflict in Sudan, the United…
Joy prevails in conflict prone Andari despite heat wave, thanks to UNMISS and partners
To support and protect survivors of sexual violence, UNMISS and partners handed over a women’s center in Andari in Western Equatoria state. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA – The scorching sun—the inevitable…
Rokon residents alarmed by conflicts and other consequences of climate change
At a protection of civilians workshop organized by UNMISS in Rokon, the multiple challenges posed by climate change were discussed. Photo: James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Located some 80 kilometres west of South Sudan…
UNMISS and partners launch second phase of community-led project to reduce violence and promote reintegration
UNMISS, UNDP, and the National Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration Commission, have partnered with the French government to launch a second phase of a pilot community violence reduction project in Western Bahr El…
UNMISS UNPOL train national counterparts on leadership and management skills
Building the capacity of their policing counterparts in Bor, UNMISS UNPOL officers recently organized a training on management skills and conflict resolution techniques. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS. JONGLEI – Building…
Civilians and organized forces form joint working group to protect civilians in Bangasu
An early warning working group to protect civilians and property has been formed in Bangasu in Yambio County to help authorities take proactive measures against security threats. Photo by Phillip Mbugo/UNMISS. WESTERN…