News (Consolidated) - UNSOM

“We, as young South Sudanese, have the potential to actualize positive change and transform South Sudan into a model of peaceful coexistence.” This passionate statement was made by Ripai Justin, a youth leader in Yambio, Western Equatoria, at an UNMISS-organized forum. His firm belief in a peaceful…

Music has the power to break all existing barriers between communities. This forms the motto of Amal Jazz Band, a unique ensemble of musicians who promote peaceful coexistence and social cohesion through their performances. “Our aim is to widen public participation in cultural activities, encourage…

The Civil Society Network in Eastern Equatoria State is developing new strategies to secure additional funding and improve collaboration with state authorities. Their goal? To increase the number of civic engagement centres for smoother coordination of local activities. A two-day forum to discuss…

The South Sudan National Police Services in Greater Jonglei have received ten motorbikes from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan to improve their mobility and hence ability to protect civilians. The vehicles were donated to the peacekeeping mission by the South Korean government. “I can…

When fierce fighting broke out in Bor in 2013, Diu Billiu Majok and his family ran for their lives to the United Nations base there. The peacekeeping mission opened its gates to provide sanctuary to Diu and thousands of others forced to flee their homes during this chaotic outbreak of civil war in…

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has completed emergency road repair work between the Bor Airport and the Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology. The South Korean engineering contingent serving with the peacekeeping mission made it possible for vehicle traffic to…

“I’m very proud to be a part of UNMISS,” says Captain Chunadevi Paudel, a peacekeeper from Nepal, upon receiving the United Nations medal for her commitment to the cause of durable peace across South Sudan. “What I have been most struck by are the people of South Sudan. They have been through so…

Bangladeshi peacekeepers based in Wau and serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan have donated textbooks and teaching material to a local school, specifically targeting internally displaced learners. “I am thrilled to see books in my hand, that has been a dream of mine for a long time…

“COVID-19 has slowed the peace process, but the pandemic is not entirely to blame. The peace agreement is limping along,” says David Shearer. “My concern about the delay is that it risks pushing elections out well beyond the timeline in the agreement.” Speaking at a press conference in Juba today…

Juba, 29 September 2020 - Good afternoon everybody. It’s good to be with you again and to see you in person, albeit with your facemasks on. It’s important, as we know, to follow these COVID prevention measures to keep us all safe. A special thanks to all those people who are listening in on Radio…

“My father threatened to kill me if I refuse to marry the man, he chose for me. I was afraid that reporting a parent to the police would be of no help. So, I hid from my family at a friend’s house. Only my mother knew where I was,” says Miriam* an 18-year-old South Sudanese girl. Miriam’s* story isn…

A technical committee has been formed in Bor to implement the comprehensive action plan to end and prevent grave violations against children in Jonglei State. “I would like to encourage UNMISS to continue supporting the formation of the state level committees in all the states of South Sudan. I know…