Thousands of people have fled the outbursts of violence that have plagued Leer County in 2022. UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana do their best to keep people safe.
Leer County: Relative calm resumes after waves of brutal violence, but humanitarian situation dire
UNITY STATE- B urnt-down or damaged houses, signs of plundering , an eerie silence and empty public spaces not fully explained by the scorching sun tell part of the recent horrific story of Leer County. Survivors tell us the…
Press release: Amidst a decrease in violence against civilians in South Sudan, a surge in conflict- related sexual violence
Juba, 10 May 2022: Despite an overall decrease in violence against civilians in South Sudan, cases of conflict related sexual violence more than doubled, compared to the same period last year, according to the latest report…
When a high-level delegation visited the troubled southern part of Unity State, testimonies by survivors of recent widespread violence in the area dominated. Photos: Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS
High-level delegation visiting violence-plagued Unity State met with despair and pleas for protection
UNITY STATE- A high-level delegation recently visited communities affected by devastating violence in the southern part of Unity State. Its members, including representatives of the African Union (AU), the Reconstituted Joint…
High and low, young and old - thousands of people were having a jolly good dancing time at a Stand Up for Peace concert in Kapoeta, Eastern Equatoria State.
Thousands stand up and dance for peace at UNMISS-organized concert in Kapoeta
EASTERN EQUATORIA STATE- Everyone, and a few more it seemed, were there. The Governor, an assortment of other dignitaries and, most importantly, some 4,000 other revellers from all walks of life showed up in Kapoeta South…
Last week, a joint high-level delegation met with communities affected by devastating violence in the southern part of Unity State.
Joint statement by AU, R-JMEC, ADC, EU, Troika, and UNMISS on the situation in Unity State
Juba, 18 May 2022: A joint delegation comprising the African Union (AU), the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (R-JMEC), the African Diplomatic Corps (ADC), the European Union and its members states (EU…
Military officers in Western Equatoria State being told that children should not belong to their ranks. Photos: Denis Louro Oliver/UNMISS
UNMISS raises awareness on child protection issues among military personnel in Western Equatoria
Having recently identified children affiliated with the army of the country’s main opposition group, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan swiftly stepped in to raise awareness on child protection issues related to armed…
Being new to politics and its inner workings can be confusing. Photo: Emmanuel Kele/UNMISS
UNMISS trains rookie politicians on good governance and responsibility to prevent conflicts
NORTHERN BAHR-EL-GHAZAL- In the world’s youngest nation, there are few politicians who are familiar with administrative procedures and what is expected of them. Fortunately, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)…
Protection of displaced civilians expected to return home being discussed. Photo: Mach Samuel/UNMISS
UNMISS trains Bor leaders on protection of internally displaced expected to return home
JONGLEI STATE- Nine years ago, civilians had to flee their homes because of war. In 2016, many others were forced to follow suit, and occasionally, localized outbursts of violence in parts of South Sudan still lead to more…
Some 25 police officers from the South Sudan National Police Service benefited from an intensive, three-day capacity-building workshop run by UNPOL officers serving with UNMISS. Photo by James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.
Building capacities, building peace: UNMISS trains 25 South Sudanese police officers on investigative techniques
LAKES – As South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, transitions from war to peace, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) continues all efforts to build capacities among local law enforcement personnel. Recently…
Military Observer Major Winnet Zharare has won the 2021 United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award for her outstanding work in Bentiu, South Sudan.
Zimbabwean Peacekeeper Who Served With UNMISS Wins 2021 Military Gender Advocate of Year Award
NEW YORK , 24 May (Department of Peace Operations) — A Zimbabwean peacekeeper who recently completed her assignment with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), will receive the 2021 United Nations Military Gender…
People living with disabilities frequently face discrimination. In Malakal, 20 of them participated in a workshop focused on their rights to equal participation in every sphere of life. Photo: Nyang Touch/UNMISS
UNMISS in Malakal raises awareness on the rights and entitlements of persons living with disabilities
UPPER NILE STATE- Life in South Sudan, an impoverished country recovering from decades of armed conflicts, can be a challenge to navigate for anyone. For people living with disabilities, it does not get any easier, but…
Communities in Wau have reason to hope for a more peaceful, prosperous future as, in a recent joint exercise by UNMISS and FAO, they contributed to an area development planning document. The aim: To ensure greater food security, animal health and give the local economy a boost. Photo by Michael Wondi/UNMISS
Community mapping exercise in Wau designed to support people, build peace, and usher in progress
WAU – A two-day programme conducted by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) had a special goal: To harness partnerships with residents of Wau in Western Bahr El…