Nepalese UN police supporting conflict-affected schoolchildren in South Sudan
Since the outbreak of conflict in South Sudan, many children have been forced to go to school in UN protection of civilians sites or POCs in six locations across the country. Bor POC, in conflict-ridden Jonglei, state hosts 741 primary school children. Many lack books or writing materials and have…
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.180
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.180
Indian Peacekeepers Recognised for Service and Sacrifice in South Sudan
More than 1000 Indian peacekeepers have been awarded the United Nations medal for their dedicated service and sacrifice in the conflict-ridden country of South Sudan. Highly valued by peacekeepers, the UN medal recognises their commitment and service while deployed in peacekeeping, humanitarian, and…
UN Korean engineers begin major road repair project in Jonglei
A groundbreaking ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of a major project by Korean engineers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan to repair the main road from Bor to Mangalla in the conflict-affected Jonglei region. The 125-kilometre roading network is the only route…
United Kingdom Engineers Observe Remembrance Day in South Sudan
United Kingdom engineers have held a special service in South Sudan to mark Remembrance Day, honouring and remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts past and present. Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth of Nations countries since the end of the First…
Nepalese Formed Police Unit awarded UN Medal for service in South Sudan
United Nations Medal parade ceremonies for UN Peacekeepers ending their tour of service are a common occasion in missions around the world. The Mission in South Sudan is no exception. But for every individual peacekeeper that stands in front of an audience waiting to be pinned with the iconic UN…
Chinese Peacekeepers rescue stranded trucks on remote roads in South Sudan
Chinese peacekeepers have successfully cleared the main route into one of South Sudan’s more remote and dangerous regions by rescuing several stranded trucks which had blocked access for motorists and the supply of goods to isolated communities. The troops, serving with the United Nations Mission in…
Murle leaders urged to resolve their political differences at reconciliation conference
Murle leaders participating in an historic reconciliation conference have been urged by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to resolve their political differences and work towards peace and development in the Jonglei region. The conference in Pibor is being facilitated by UNMISS in…
UNMISS SRSG Media Briefing: Near Verbatim Transcript
Near Verbatim Transcript of Media Briefing by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan Mr. David Shearer Juba Conference Room UNMISS Tomping Site – Juba - 16 November 2017 Opening Remarks: Good morning and thanks…
UNMISS head welcomes resolution of stand-off with ex-army chief in South Sudan
The resolution of a stand-off between the Government and ex-army chief Paul Malong has been welcomed by the Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). General Paul Malong, the former chief of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA), was fired and has been under house arrest at his…
Strategic Review of UNMISS Mandate About to Begin
A strategic review of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan’s peacekeeping role in the conflict-affected country will begin later this month ahead of consideration of its mandate by the UN Security Council. The current mandate, which came into force in December 2016, authorizes UNMISS to use…
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.181
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.181