UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed shared her concerns over sexual violence in South Sudan with President Salva Kiir.
UN and AU “solidarity” mission says hope for peace and nation-building remains alive in South Sudan
During its eight months of operation, a clinic at the Juba Teaching Hospital has already received more than 1,300 women and children seeking treatment for injuries and trauma caused by sexual violence. They are among many…
Addressing and reversing the culture of impunity is crucial to end sexual violence in South Sudan, United Nations Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Pramila Patten, stated at a press conference in Juba.
UN SRSG for Sexual Violence in Conflict condemns use of rape as a tactic of war in South Sudan
Thousands of women and girls across South Sudan have suffered rape and other abuse during the brutal civil war which erupted in 2013. The UN’s Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict met many survivors during a…
OHCHR | UN demands justice for civilians deliberately and ruthlessly targeted in attacks in South Sudan
OHCHR | UN demands justice for civilians deliberately and ruthlessly targeted in attacks in South Sudan
(Scroll down to download the full report and find links to other useful material) UN Human Rights monitors have documented what appear to be deliberate, ruthless and brutally violent attacks on civilians, particularly against…
South Sudan's Independence Day was celebrated in Malakal for the first time since war broke out, in 2013.
Malakal celebrates South Sudan’s independence anniversary for the first time since 2013
On 9 July, citizens in Malakal in central Upper Nile celebrated the seventh anniversary of the independence of South Sudan. This was the first time the day was commemorated since war broke out in 2013. “Our state was once…
UN peacekeepers in Bentiu give youths a chance to become better volleyball players and to interact with each other in a friendly way, thus promoting reconciliation and unity.
Displaced boys and girls in Bentiu receive volleyball training by UN peacekeepers
Nyayida Osama is one of more than 40 volleyball-playing boys and girls staying at the UN protection site in Bentiu who is being coached by Cambodian peacekeepers to promote unity and peaceful interaction between youth. The…
David Shearer, Head of UNMISS, used his visit to Yambio to have talks with lots of local stakeholders. Here with Gbudwe Governor Daniel Badagbu.
“Stability, reconciliation and resilience” key ingredients for peace and prosperity in Yambio: Head of UNMISS
Business is booming in the town of Yambio. The markets are bustling with families buying vegetables and fruit. Bodabodas are busy transporting people across town. A hair and nail salon is doing a brisk business as women pop…
Rose Aliyaa is one of approximately 300 people who have returned to Pageri County, following a successful February peace dialogue facilitated by UNMISS.
Improved relations between Madi community and armed forces encourage returns to Pageri
In the abandoned town and villages of Pageri County, community members are gradually and voluntarily returning from refugee camps in Uganda and Kenya. Over 300 returnees have resettled in Pageri in recent months, after having…
Bangladeshi engineering troops receive their UN medals from the Head of UNMISS, David Shearer.
Bangladeshi engineers become first Regional Protection Force members to receive UN medal in South Sudan
Just three weeks ago, Bangladeshi peacekeepers were paying tribute to their colleague Ashraf Siddiqui, who was killed in action by an armed group in South Sudan. The Lieutenant Commander was travelling as part of a…
These high-wattage smiles could probably power the FM 98 radio station in Rumbek, too.
Sun is all you need: UNMISS empowers Rumbek radio station
Joseph Madit and Deng Mayen used to be privileged. As fluent speakers of Arabic, English and Dinka, they have always been able to enjoy a broad range of media outlets. Now others in Rumbek can, too. Solar panels donated by…
Young teacher trainees in Yambio offer education and hope to next generation
Across South Sudan, many young people are fighting over ethnic differences. But dozens of teenagers from different tribes have come together in Yambio, united by a shared passion for learning and sharing knowledge with others…
Greening the Blue: New Hybrid Solar Project Launched in Torit
A new hybrid solar project has come to life in Torit, South Sudan, with the launch, last Thursday, of a newly built Green Energy Power Station at the base of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). An enthusiastic…
A group of South Sudanese youth in Bor, including Monica Awalith (right), receive bakery training from Korean peacekeepers currently deployed in the town.
Bor: Rolling away war wounds through baking
Beatrice Mategwa Dressed from head to toe in full chef attire, Monica Awalith meticulously and professionally rolls several strips of dough in preparation for baguette orders that have been received the day before. Almost a…