A monthly forum organized by UNMISS in Lakes state, South Sudan, brings together local police, security actors, representatives from different courts, women and youth to deliberate on upholding the human rights of all citizens and enhancing rule of law. Photo by James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS
Rule of law in Rumbek gets a boost through monthly UNMISS forum on upholding human rights
LAKES - As South Sudan marks two years since the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity was formed, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) continues to support all efforts towards building…
Armed attacks on 10 villages in the southern part of Unity state, South Sudan, have displaced thousands of people are now sheltering in nearby Leer town. UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana were among the first to respond to the crisis, intensifying patrols and doing their best to address urgent needs, such as clean drinking water. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS.
Following an upsurge of violence in Unity state, UNMISS peacekeepers ramp up patrols, support displaced people with clean water
UNITY – On 15 and 16 February 2022, 10 villages in the southern part of Unity state, South Sudan, were attacked by armed youth. The result: Thousands of people had to leave their homes and properties, fleeing to nearby Leer…
Some 80 members of parliament in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, participated in a day-long sensitization session on the UNMISS mandate and its work in helping build a durable peace in the world's newest nation. Photo by Okello James/UNMISS.
New parliamentarians in Eastern Equatoria trained on UNMISS mandate, Status of Forces Agreement
EASTERN EQUATORIA - As South Sudan marks two years of the formation of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) recently held a workshop for some 80 new…
An UNMISS patrol recently visted Kudo Central in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, to speak with communities from Lowoi who recently sought refuge here after being displaced by conflict between farming communities and herders. Photo by Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS
Displaced communities in Kudo Central request humanitarian assistance, discuss solutions to conflict between farmers and cattle herders
EASTERN EQUATORIA - Several hundreds of internally displaced persons have recently arrived in Kudo Central from Lowoi, both located in Eastern Equatoria, in the wake of growing tensions between cattle herders and farmers…
Chinese engineers deployed with UNMISS in Warrap, South Sudan, have begun repairing the 120-kilometer road connecting Tonj town to Romich. Once completed, the road is expected to boost trade, enable communities to have better access to education and healthcare as well as enable the UN Peacekeeping mission to address potential conflict swiftly. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS
Chinese peacekeepers from UNMISS begin rehabilitating road connecting Tonj and Romich
WARRAP - When South Sudan declared independence from its northern neighbor, Sudan, becoming the world’s newest nation, its infrastructure, especially roads, was severely underdeveloped. Even today, travelling to remote…
From 18-23 February 2021, General SM Shafiuddin Ahmed, visited UNMISS to inspect Bangladesh's troop contributions and its role in helping build a lasting peace in the world's newest country.
Bangladeshi Chief of Army Staff visits UNMISS, meets peacekeepers in Wau and Juba
JUBA/WAU – One of the primary responsibilities of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is to protect civilians and ensure their safety when conflict erupts. Military and police peacekeepers play a critical role…
Police serving with UNMISS training South Sudanese colleagues in Warrap State on human rights, community policing and dealing with sensitivities surrounding cases of sexual violence. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS
More than 30 police officers in Gogrial East trained as UNMISS peers hailed for their efforts
WARRAP - With sexual and other gender-based kinds of violence being all too common in South Sudan, teaching how to deal with these harmful practices was a priority when police officer serving with the United Nations Mission…
Fair play on and off the pitch was on the agenda when police officers serving with UNMISS visited a secondary school in Torit. Photos: Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS
United Nations Police use school sports to advocate for principles of fair play in Torit
EASTERN EQUATORIA - More than 80 students at the Bishop Akio Memorial Secondary School in Torit in Eastern Equatoria have practiced principles of fair play during a school outreach programme conducted by the United Nations…
UNMISS has handed over a veterinary clinic in Melut, through its Quick Impact Projects programme. The main objectives: To enable livestock owners receive proper treatment for their animals and promote peaceful coexistence. Photo by Samson Liberty/UNMISS.
Local authorities and livestock owners in Melut celebrate UNMISS-funded veterinary clinic
UPPER NILE – In Melut, Upper Nile, animal herding is a way of life. It puts food on the table, ensures children can go to school and families can sustain themselves, especially during the long rainy season. Last week, hope…
UNMISS Statement on Escalating Violence in Unity State and Appeals for Calm
Juba, 25 February 2021: The United Nations Mission in South Sudan is appealing to national and local leaders, and armed groups to immediately stop the violence in Unity State. Fighting that began in Mirmir Payam, Unity State…
Celebrations were in order for communities in Koch as UNMISS joined the ranks of partners contributing to the South Sudan Multi Partner Trust Fund for Reconciliation, Stabilization, and Resilience's efforts to encourage peaceful coexistence and help residents rebuild their lives. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS
In Koch, UNMISS partners with Reconciliation, Stabilization and Resilience Trust Fund to encourage peace and development
UNITY – Two years into the formation of South Sudan’s transitional government of national unity, efforts are ongoing to consolidate peace gains and ensure stability for communities across the world’s youngest nation. To…
Disputes between farming communities in Magwi, Eastern Equatoria, and cattle herders have led to some 3,000 people reportedly being displaced last week. UNMISS is stepping up engagements with local, state and national authorities as well as working with humanitarian partners to reduce tensions and reestablish calm.
Escalating feuds between cattle keepers and farmers in Magwi lead to a volatile situation, UNMISS steps up engagements
EASTERN EQUATORIA - Sporadic clashes between farming communities and herders in Magwi, a county in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, are on the rise. The consequence of such escalations: Last week, some 3,000 people reportedly…