UNMISS promotes the importance of partnerships for peace on the 76th International Day of UN Peacekeepers
CENTRAL EQUATORIA: Almost 18,000 United Nations peacekeepers work in partnership with the Government and communities across South Sudan to help the world newest nation navigate the difficult path from war to peace. Their…
UNMISS Promotes Partnerships for Peace on the 76th International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers
JUBA, 29 May 2024 - Almost 18,000 United Nations peacekeepers are working in partnership with the Government and people of South Sudan to help the world’s newest nation to navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace…
Dozen illegal Codeco checkpoints destroyed by MONUSCO in Djugu
Checkpoints destroyed by MONUSCO Blue Helmets leading the "TIGER PAW" military operation with support from the FARDC. Photo MONUSCO/Force MONUSCO peacekeepers from Bangadlesh and Nepal launched a reconnaissance and offensive…
UNPOL Adedayo Stella Adejumo in Aweil: “One day there will be peace, and you will enjoy its dividends”
Police Advisor Adebayo Stella Adejumo from Nigeria and working in Aweil is very much enjoying her work with South Sudanese people from all walks of life. Photos: Emmanuel Kele/UNMISS NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – “To serve and…
UNFICYP hands over vehicle of fallen Sergeant Ian Ward to the Government of Australia
This morning, the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General in Cyprus, Colin Stewart, accompanied by UNFICYP senior leadership held a ceremony inside the UN Protected Area to handover to the Australian…
UNMISS deeply concerned about rising tensions in Malakal
JUBA, 31 May 2024 – The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is deeply concerned about the outbreak of violence in Malakal, Upper Nile state, which led to the deaths of several people yesterday. Tensions also remain…
SRSG Ziadeh calls for all outstanding issues to be resolved through EU-facilitated Dialogue
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh reiterates that unilateral actions that could increase tensions, jeopardize stability and undermine trust among communities should be…
Civil society representatives appreciate handover of new civic engagement centre
A new civic engagement center in Yambio, funded by UNMISS through its Quick Impact Projects programme, is expected to boost community confidence and awareness as South Sudan approaches elections. Photo by Felix Francis Katie…
UNMISS-funded vegetable market makes dream come true for women in Yambio
An UNMISS-funded women's vegetable market in Western Equatoria has brought joy and hope to thousands of residents, making a significant impact given the current economic situation. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN…
UNMISS supports training on preventing HIV/AIDS
To dispel myths surrounding HIV/AIDS and raise public awareness, UNMISS and Lakes state’s HIV/AIDS Commission facilitated a 10-day for some 26 participants. Peer education, HIV prevention strategies, including safe sex…
UN builds stakeholder capacities on elections awareness
A three-day workshop by the UN aimed to raise awareness among 25 diverse stakeholders in Western Bahr El Ghazal, South Sudan, on legal frameworks governing elections, gender considerations, disability rights and barriers to…
Green Bentiu Initiative – Pakistani peacekeepers encourage planting hope amid climate shocks
Since 2021, Bentiu, South Sudan, has been in the grip of unrelenting floods. UNMISS peacekeepers from Pakistan have, therefore, actioned a new initiative that aims to restore the damage to the regions flora by planting 500…