FPU commander in Bentiu Sylyia Adzo Sowlitze presents certificate to SSNPS in Bentiu.
SSNPS urged to take lead in promotion of human rights
The South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS) has been urged to take the lead in the respect and promotion of human rights. The issue was discussed at a recent training event organized by the UN Police field office in…
Nepalese UN police supporting conflict-affected schoolchildren in South Sudan
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…
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…
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…
United Kingdom Engineers Observe Remembrance Day in South Sudan
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…
Nepalese Formed Police Unit awarded UN Medal for service in South Sudan
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…
Chinese Peacekeepers rescue stranded trucks on remote roads in South Sudan
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…
Murle leaders urged to resolve their political differences at reconciliation conference
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…
UNMISS SRSG Media Briefing Near Verbatim Transcript; Opening Remarks
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…
UNMISS head welcomes resolution of stand-off with ex-army chief in South Sudan
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…
Strategic Review of UNMISS Mandate About to Begin
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…