Nepalese peacekeepers awarded United Nations Medal of Honour for exceptional service in South Sudan
850 Nepalese peacekeepers, including 106 women, received the prestigious United Nations Medal of Honour, recognizing their exceptional service to the people of South Sudan. Photo by Peter Bateman/UNMISS. The Nepalese Force…
Local contractors benefit from UNMISS business seminar in South Sudan
An UNMISS business seminar will boost the number of suppliers working with the peacekeeping mission and the volume of goods and services purchased. Photo by Isaac Billy/UNMISS. At 8am on a Tuesday morning, four heavy duty…
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Remarks by Mr. Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, to the Security Council
[As Delivered] Mr. President, Thank you for the opportunity, once again, to brief the Council on developments in South Sudan. Since my last update, South Sudan’s transitional period was extended until February 2027, pushing…
Traditional leaders urged to use influence and experience to help shape South Sudan’s permanent constitution
UNMISS, in collaboration with the Ministry of Federal Affairs, launches the booklet titled “Kulena Sawa: The Role of Traditional Leaders in Constitution Making and Local Governance” in the capital city of Juba. Photo by Isaac…
UNIFIL statement (8 November 2024)
Yesterday, two IDF excavators and one IDF bulldozer destroyed part of a fence and a concrete structure in a UNIFIL position in Ras Naqoura. In response to our urgent protest, the IDF denied any activity was taking place…
UNMISS calls for tangible evidence of progress towards democratic elections in South Sudan
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is urging political leaders to make critical political decisions and achieve key outstanding tasks in the peace deal to ensure the fourth extension of the transitional period…
Unremitting support to civilians amidst surge in violence
In the wake of the dramatic escalation of violence across the Blue Line in late September, which has posed enormous challenges to UNIFIL peacekeepers as well as the local population, peacekeepers have persevered and remain in…
UNMISS-facilitated dialogue in Ibba reinforces that peace begins with inclusivity
As part of the "Peace Begins with Dialogue" campaign, UNMISS helped unite communities in Ibba, Western Equatoria, around the common purpose of grassroots participation in constitution-making and electoral processes. Photo by…
Photo Story: 5 ways UN Peacekeeping protects the planet and its people
UN peacekeepers work in solidarity with communities, partners, and host governments for a greener and safer world. Learn how UN peacekeepers in missions around the world work to address climate and security risks and mitigate…
Veterans from around the world visit UNFICYP to mark 60 years in the service of peace
This week, UNFICYP welcomed Canadian, Finnish, and Swedish veterans who served in Cyprus since the Mission was established in 1964. This year, the Mission is marking 60 years in service of peace in Cyprus with a series of…
UN SECRETARY-GENERAL’S MESSAGE FOR UN DAY 2024
The United Nations was built by the world, for the world. Since 1945, it has been the place for countries to unite behind global solutions to global problems. Solutions that ease tensions, build bridges and forge peace…
Commemorating UN Day in Abyei, Strengthening Partnerships for Peace and Security
On 24 October, the UN in Abyei marked the 79th United Nations Day with a commemorative ceremony at the mission headquarters The event was attended by representatives of the Juba-appointed Administration, traditional leaders…