We are All Human Beings, We All Have Equal Rights, say Youth in Torit
The group of young people gathered under the shady tree in Torit are holding signs reading “American”, “German”, “South Sudanese”, “Woman”, “Man”, “Rich”, “Poor”, “Muslim”, “Christian”. The teenagers are asked to reach out…
Indian peacekeepers rebuild damaged classrooms in Bor
Indian peacekeepers have repaired two classrooms at a primary school in Bor in South Sudan to ensure that children in the conflict-affected area are able to carry out their studies safely and in some comfort. On a patrol to…
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.195
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.195
UNMISS PoC sites Update No.195
Local communities in Duk Padiet vow to ensure peaceful cattle migration
Cattle camp leaders and farmers from three neighbouring communities in Duk Padiet, in the Jonglei region of South Sudan, have reached an agreement to ensure peaceful cattle migration following a two-day conference supported…
In South Sudan’s Greater Kajo-Keji, mangoes all around but only birds and animals eat them
Birds and stray animals have been devouring mangoes left behind by fleeing residents of South Sudan’s Greater Kajokeji, a joint UNMISS-IGAD mission to the area was told this week. “Kajo-Keji is covered with mango trees almost…
Students speak out for women and durable peace in Upper Nile
Students speak out for women and durable peace in Upper Nile
A tall, demure girl weaves her way purposely through the crowd of students seated calmly under a tree in the sweltering heat of Malakal – a growing town in northern South Sudan. When she gets to the front of the crowd, there…
A Boost for Security as UN Police Train Law Enforcement Officers in Malakal Town
United Nations police officers in South Sudan are extending their efforts beyond the protection of civilians’ site to assist in the reestablishment and restoration of police services in Malakal – the second largest town after…
UN Mission trains South Sudanese police officers on rights-based community policing
UN Mission trains South Sudanese police officers on rights-based community policing
This week a total of 35 South Sudanese police officers in Juba are being trained by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan on how to incorporate a human rights perspective in their daily work. “This human rights training…
In the coming months, almost 1,000 children are expected to be released from different armed groups. Photo (UNMISS/Amanda Voisard) from a release ceremony in Yambio in February 2018.
More than 200 children released from armed groups in Yambio
On Tuesday 17 April, more than 200 children were released by armed groups in South Sudan. It was the second such event – in a series supported by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) that in the coming months will see…
Without the engaging company of Radio Miraya's programming travelling on the roads in Eastern Lakes is likely to feel rather cumbersome.
Communities in Eastern Lakes area want Radio Miraya news and programming
During a six-day-long patrol, staff members of the UN Mission in South Sudan were told by communities in Yirol and Mingkaman in the Eastern Lakes area that they want to be able to listen to the news and other programmes aired…
As one of its quick impact projects, UNMISS is financing the construction of a dormitory at Rumbek National Secondary School. Photo: UNMISS/Eric Kanalstein
UNMISS supports peace and reconciliation efforts in Rumbek
For the young women of Rumbek, education is a lifeline. It offers them a chance to escape the cycle of violence in South Sudan and reach their full potential. However, they struggle to learn amidst ongoing conflict and the…
The Secretary-General - Remarks at Memorial Service for Fallen Staff
Mr. President of the General Assembly, Dear families of our colleagues who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty Excellencies, Dear colleagues, Ladies and gentlemen, Today we honour our fallen colleagues. But allow me…