Pibor communities vow to forge ahead with peace process despite devastating floods
The easiest way to get around Pibor right now is by boat. Unexpectedly heavy rains have caused devastating floods across the entire Jonglei region in the eastern part of South Sudan, leaving land previously parched by the…
A detention shelter in South Sudan's Unity area
Leaders in former Unity State promise to protect civilians and promote justice and accountability in their areas of control
As normal life resumes in the areas ravaged by war in South Sudan’s former Unity State, the leadership in the opposition-controlled areas is promising to respond to intercommunal conflicts and ensure safety for civilians, who…
Members of the feuding communities follow proceedings at the reconciliation meeting
Communities of Geria, Torit East and Torit counties sign agreement to settle their disputes
Life before 1984 was nothing short of peaceful for communities of Torit East, Torit and Geria counties, located in Eastern Equatoria. Life was easy, inter-marriages were more commonplace, hunting and fishing grounds... even…
The Head of UNMISS, David Shearer, visits a displaced family in the UN protection of civilians site in Bor
Floods and uncertainty about peace restrict the return of displaced families in Bor
Nyarien Ochiek Yot and her five children fled their village in the far north of South Sudan to the United Nations protection site in Bor when her husband was killed during fierce fighting at the start of the civil war. Six…
Toposa and Buya community members dance after resolving to end regular skirmishes and live peacefully
Kapoeta's Toposa and Buya communities make another push for peace
After years of sporadic skirmishes between the Toposa of Riwoto and Buya of Kimotong counties, the two have finally resolved to live peacefully. “In the past, our cattle grazed together. There was no conflict, and the…
UN Medal awarded to Indian peacekeepers for their efforts to support the people of South Sudan
Indian peacekeepers have been recognized for their strong contribution to building peace in conflict-affected South Sudan as well as for going above and beyond their duties to support local communities. Almost 850 Indian…
Nepalese police receive UN Medal as more female officers prepare to serve in South Sudan
Nepalese police officers have been recognized for their dedication and service to the people of South Sudan with the awarding of the United Nations Medal during a special ceremony in Juba. A total of 345 peacekeepers from…
Tonj traders receive training to better manage their businesses and grow the local economy
More than 40 traders and local authorities have received leadership training to help them manage and build their businesses in support of the local economy in Tonj. The Relief, Reintegration and Protection team from the…
Displaced students sit exams with support from UNMISS
In the murky pre-dawn light, hundreds of teenagers emerge from their shelters within the United Nations protection site, nervously clutching their pads and pens as they prepare to sit their end of year examinations. Sitting…
Displaced families in Rimenze vow to report human rights abuses against them
The remote community of Rimenze has been through a lot. Family and friends were brutally killed during the civil war that erupted in South Sudan six years ago. People were forced to flee their homes in 2016 because of the…
Women sing during a sporting event to promote human rights awareness in Kapoeta
Kapoeta women campaign for increased enrollment of girls in school to end early marriage
“Sweet dreams come after education. Women, it is possible to achieve anything you want if you are educated!” urged Kousa Rakudo, a 17-year-old female student at Saint Bakita Girls Secondary School of Narus in Kapoeta. Kousa…
A participant drives her point home during the forum.
Bentiu youth fight for a brighter future for generations to come in South Sudan
“Enough is enough.” That is the powerful message from 30-year-old Nabol Joey who is passionate about ending child marriage so that her daughters don’t go through the experience handed down through generations of women across…