Newly deployed UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana vow to build trust and confidence among all communities in Unity state as well as contribute to building an enduring peace here. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS
Newly deployed UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana pledge to serve for peace in Unity state
“We are sure that our battalion will face many challenges as we go about our duties in South Sudan, but we vow to uphold the values of the United Nations,” said Brigadier-General Robert Yaw Affram, the contingent commander…
Dr Roshan Jayamanna, an UNMISS peacekeeper from Sri Lanka deployed to Bor, and his team have battled COVID-19 to ensure they provide uninterrupted healthcare for Blue Berets as well as local communities here. Photo by Gideon Sackitey/UNMISS
During COVID-19, UN doctor, Colonel Roshan Jayamanna, helps support peacekeepers, local communities in Bor
“My desire to be a military doctor originates from the civil war in my country, Sri Lanka, when I heard stories of wounded soldiers being treated by them,” reveals Dr Roshan Jayamanna, a colonel serving as a medical…
Upper Nile state joins its nine counterparts in South Sudan by establishing a Technical Committee to protect and uphold child rights. Photo by Samuel Adwok/UNMISS
Technical Committee for upholding children’s rights formed in Upper Nile
Upper Nile state finally witnessed the creation of its long-awaited Child Protection Technical Committee, which is tasked with implementing the Comprehensive Action Plan aimed at ending and preventing the six grave violations…
A three-day Governor's Forum, supported by UNMISS and Community Empowerment for Peace Organization (CEPO), focused on creating an inclusive Action Plan for building peace that reflects community concerns as well as functions as a roadmap for much-needed services. Photo by Dawit K. Tedla/UNMISS
Governor’s Forum in Western Bahr el Ghazal discusses building an inclusive peace
With the signing of a peace deal in 2018, new hope was born in conflict-ridden South Sudan. However, much remains to be done to increase momentum in ongoing peace processes. To this end, the United Nations Mission in South…
To uphold rule of law in Lakes state, UNMISS recently trained customary court judges from eight counties on their roles and responsibilities. Photo by James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.
25 customary court judges in Rumbek trained by UNMISS Human Rights on judicial standards
Creating an environment where rule of law thrives is a collective responsibility. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), as part of its ongoing efforts to bolster local capacities in this regard recently held a…
UN Day in Lakes state included a solemn commitment by all stakeholders to uphold the rights of women and children as well as education for all. Photo by James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.
Education for all, gender equality and building peace together focus of UN Day event in Lakes
In Lakes, South Sudan, some 400 people, including state authorities, local communities, civil society groups, women and youth representatives, plus UN personnel, came together to mark the 76 th United Nations Day. The event…
Some 50 military officers of the South Sudan People's Liberation Army- in Opposition were trained by UNMISS on the urgent need to protect and uphold child rights. Photo by Gideon Sackitey/UNMISS.
50 South Sudanese military commanders in Akobo receive child protection training, request verification of barracks
When civil war broke out in South Sudan, education was disrupted for tens of thousands of children. Many were separated from their parents and, worse still, recruited into armed forces and groups themselves. Protecting child…
UNMISS recently supported a UNDP-funded peace dialogue between three neighbouring communities in Ikotos, Eastern Equatoria, to ensure reconciliation and peaceful coexistence. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS.
UNMISS and UNDP partner to reconcile feuding communities through a peace dialogue in Ikotos, Eastern Equatoria
Advocating for peace and social cohesion among the Obira, Burung, and Loyoro communities in Ikotos county, Eastern Equatoria, was inevitable, considering the escalating tensions within them. Although the United Nations…
UNMISS recently conducted an advocacy training for 30 women leaders in Eastern Equatoria. Photo by Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS
UNMISS trains women leaders in Torit in advocacy skills, urges them to trickle down their skills to women at the grassroots
“It is always good to learn about a new approach to advocacy, because you cannot isolate yourself thinking you know enough,” said Davidica Ikai Grasiano, Chair of the Itwak Women's Association in Torit, Eastern Equatoria. Ms…
Statement on today’s cancellation of Art for Peacebuilding event
Juba, 4 November 2021: UNMISS is deeply disappointed that the finale of its three-day Art for Peacebuilding activity had to be cancelled, due to circumstances beyond its control. The event was organized as part of the ‘Our…
40 people attended an UNMISS training on human rights and prevention of sexual and gender-based violence in Yambio, Western Equatoria. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS
Youth and women in Yambio participate in human rights training given by UNMISS
“I am finally clear on how we, as concerned citizens, can report on human rights violations and sexual or gender-based violence. I am definitely going to pass on this learning to my neighbours,” says Melado Martha, a member…
Female traders from local markets in Juba participated in a two-day forum organized by UNMISS enabling them to share their concerns with local authorities and also sensitize them on peace advocacy. Photo by Peter Okello/UNMISS
Local women traders in Juba share challenges and concerns in UNMISS forum
As South Sudan starts recovering from civil wars and COVID-19, this young nation stands on the cusp of establishing itself as a true democracy by beginning to draft its permanent constitution and looking forward to eventual…