- UNMISS committed to protecting safety of displaced people in Protection of Civilians sites
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has today conducted a search operation within the Protection of Civilians site next to its base in Juba to determine whether individuals allegedly involved in the abduction and killing of three people in the capital last week were located within the camp. A…
Indian peacekeepers serving in South Sudan celebrate 69th Republic Day
Indian peacekeepers serving far from home with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan took time out from their duties to celebrate the 69 th Republic Day at colourful cultural ceremonies across the country. The 26 th of January holds a special place in the hearts of all Indians because, on this…
- Remarks by the Secretary-General at the Consultative Meeting on South Sudan, with UN, IGAD and the African Union Addis Ababa, 27 January 2018
One year ago, it was obvious to me that it was absolutely essential to overcome some misunderstandings of the past and to make sure that there would be a full alignment of the United Nations and the African Union and IGAD, in the conduct of the international community in addressing the problems…
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.189
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.189
Ghanaian Peacekeepers serving in Bentiu awarded UN Medal
Almost 700 Ghanaian peacekeepers serving under the United Nations Mission in South Sudan have been awarded UN Medals in recognition and appreciation for their service in South Sudan. Among them are 57 female peacekeepers. UNMISS Force Commander General Frank Mushyo Kamanzi awarded the medals to the…
Sports brings South Sudanese youth together on National Unity Day
The many diverse cultures that make South Sudan special were celebrated in song and dance as hundreds of young sports stars gathered in the capital for the launch of National Unity Day. The annual event brings together teenagers from across the country to compete in football, athletics, and…
Morobo residents call for an end to fighting so humanitarians can reach people in need
Residents of Morobo village in the Yei region of South Sudan are calling for an immediate end to ongoing fighting in the region to allow humanitarian aid to reach civilians in need. The Chairwoman of Morobo County, Joyce Adia Mule, said that many internally displaced people and refugees who fled to…
High-level delegation visits Yambio to discuss peace and development
A high-level delegation led by Alain Noudehou, head of the United Nations humanitarian operations in South Sudan, have visited Yambio to assess challenges and opportunities for peace and development in the Western Equatoria region. The delegation, which included several donors, ambassadors and…
UN considering new base on western bank of Nile to give South Sudanese refugees confidence to return
It is a long journey from the capital Juba to reach remote communities on the West Bank of the Nile. First, it takes an early morning flight to Malakal over its large United Nations protection site, then a short hop via helicopter to Kodok, and finally an hour-long ride with the Bangladeshi riverine…
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.190
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.190
UN peacekeepers escort relief convoy to Lasu after inaugurating base in Yei
Humanitarian organizations have been able to deliver life-saving humanitarian aid to the people of Otogo County in the Yei River area in Central Equatoria. The relief convoy could reach those in need thanks to the escort provided by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, which recently opened a…
Lost lives and opportunities for children in remote conflict-ridden South Sudan
Living without enough food, access to clean water, education, or a roof over their heads is normal for many children living in remote communities across South Sudan. This is simply their reality after growing up in the midst of a conflict that has raged across the country since civil war broke out…