Indian peacekeepers give Malakal vet hospital a facelift
A vandalized veterinary hospital in Malakal has been given a comprehensive makeover by Indian peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. Local farmers had approached peacekeepers asking for support…
UN Peacekeepers Clean up Torit State Hospital
Rwandan peacekeepers serving with the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Torit have joined the administration and staff of Torit state hospital to clean the hospital and its surrounding areas to destroy Mosquitos breeding…
At an UNMISS-facilitated conference, communities of Ajak and Kongdier resolve to end conflict
A two-day consultative conference has resolved a long-standing inter-communal disagreement over the ownership of Wathmuok, a strategic piece of land that straddles the areas of Ajak and Kongdier in Aweil. The dispute…
UNMISS Protection of Civilian (PoC) sites Update No. 244
UNMISS Protection of Civilian (PoC) sites Update No. 244
Peacekeeping patrol helps deter violence on troubled road to Yei
It’s only a 155-kilometer drive from the capital of South Sudan to Yei. But the journey can be a treacherous one. The main supply route between Juba and the Central Equatorias has been significantly upgraded by peacekeeping…
Chinese peacekeepers in Wau recognized for their work
More than 300 peacekeepers from The People's Republic of China in Wau have been awarded medals in recognition of their contributions to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The award ceremony acknowledged, in…
Newly constructed police post to help curb sexual-related violence in Rumbek
Residents of Deng-Nhial area in Rumbek County have been jovially celebrating the handover, by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), of a newly erected police post which they hope will enable the police to better…
Renovated road in Rubkona represents new path to prosperity
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has handed over a newly renovated road to community members in Nhialdiu Payam in Rubkona. The 45-kilometre road connecting Nhialdiu Payam to Bentiu town was revamped by…
Communities in Greater Jonglei resolve to close the chapter of bloodshed
“This is a year of peace. Anybody that has benefitted from our suffering, you go and look for something to eat from somewhere else not from our blood!” These words were uttered by the Acting Governor of Jonglei area at the…
Yei area residents resolve to walk the talk of peace at a conference in Kupera
An atmosphere of camaraderie filled the air, as government and opposition forces greeted one another, hugging and interacting freely at a peace conference in Yei, which left many hoping for a new chapter in their lives. “Time…
Technology opens up new windows of opportunity for youth in Malakal
Youths in Malakal can flaunt new computer savoir thanks to a training made possible by the United Nations Mission is South Sudan (UNMISS). “Learning how to use a keyboard to type my own words has given me more confidence to…
Wau residents seek durable peace in Roc-Roc-Dong County rally
A big crowd of people gathered under a huge tree, dancing and singing peace songs, at a public peace rally in Roc-Roc-Dong County, organized by the Wau area government. The crowd – comprising the Wau area governor, advisors…