As South Sudan gears up to complete its democratic elections with the conduct of free, fair and peaceful elections at the end of next year, communities in Mayom, Unity state, believe that guns must be silenced and removed from civilian hands to usher in lasting peace. Photo by Jacob Ruai/UNMISS
Communities from Mayom call for nationwide civilian disarmament at joint UNMISS, Ministry of Law Enforcement and Local Government event
UNITY – A three-day community dialogue organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in partnership with the state Ministry of Law Enforcement and Local Government in Mayom, a county in Unity state, saw an…
Top UN official, Nicholas Haysom, visits Malakal, Upper Nile in the wake of last week's intercommunal clashes, meets state governor and displaced communities. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS
“It is critical that South Sudanese learn to live together,” says Nicholas Haysom, top UN official, while visiting Malakal
JUBA/MALAKAL – In the midst of torrential downpours, Nicholas Haysom, the Secretary-General’s Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), arrived in Upper Nile state’s capital…
It is possible to have a good time while learning more about the drafting of a permanent constitution and other key bits of the peace process awaiting implementation in South Sudan. Photos: James Sokiri/UNMISS
Festive UNMISS event in Juba calls for collective soul-searching and action for peace
CENTRAL EQUATORIA – What could be better than enjoying scintillating music, poignant poetry, and hearty laughs in the company of hundreds of happy revellers? Certainly, it would have to be a similar occasion, sprinkled with…
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Violence against civilians persists across South Sudan according to latest UNMISS Human Rights Brief
(Link to the full brief, and infographics, at the bottom of this page). Juba – Violence against civilians persists across South Sudan, according to the latest quarterly Human Rights Brief from the United Nations Mission in…
These are drums for peace, used as part of the solution to reconcile the previously feuding villages of Omoruo and Lohilai in Eastern Equatoria State. Photos: Okello James/UNMISS
Peace begins with drums: The case of conflict resolution between Omoruo and Lohilai residents
EASTERN EQUATORIA – Music lovers will know that star drummers, and drumming in general, tend to divide opinions and, in some cultures, become symbols of teenage love, longing and angst. It is, however, less known that peace…
With UNMISS support, South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) takes steps toward increased accountability through General Court Martial (GCM) process
Juba, 19 June 2023 – The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) welcomes concrete steps taken by the Government of South Sudan to pursue accountability and justice for survivors of serious crimes, including sexual…
Cutting the ribbon to one of three newly refurbished cell blocks at the Terekeka County Prison, where male, female and juvenile inmates will now be separated. Photos: Blessings Samuel Phumisa/UNMISS
Transforming lives behind bars: UNMISS Quick Impact Project brings dignity to Terekeka prisoners
CENTRAL EQUATORIA- A glimmer of hope shines through the bars of Terekeka County Prison, some 75 kilometres from the capital Juba. Recently, the thorough renovation of the correctional facility, funded by the United Nations…
In Bor, South Sudan, 45 women have learnt about their right to be represented in the country's justice delivery system, thanks to UNMISS Rule of Law. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS
Bor women demand right to equal representation in South Sudan’s justice delivery system
JONGLEI – Women and young girls have been disproportionately impacted by ongoing conflict in South Sudan. Coupled with this, cultural norms have also contributed to women being left behind in this young nation’s political and…
As the crisis in Sudan continues, UNMISS and humanitarian partners are doing everything they can to help those seeking refuge across the border in South Sudan. A recent visit by the UN Peacekeeping mission to Renk aimed at gauging security and economic conditions of these new arrivals. Photo by Nyang Lieth/UNMISS
UNMISS tours Renk borders to assess security and economic condition of people fleeing the Sudan conflict
UPPER NILE – The ongoing crisis in Sudan has led to an influx of returnees and refugees in South Sudan who are fleeing for their lives, entering the country via Renk in Upper Nile state. The United Nations Mission in South…
UNMISS, UNHCR and UN Women jointly held consultations with returnees and displaced people in Wau and Raja, Western Bahr El Ghazal, on the importance of every citizen's participation in ongoing democratic processes in South Sudan. Photo by Michael Wondi/UNMISS
Peace and security key for credible, free and fair elections, say returnees
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – Returnees in Wau and Raja, Western Bahr El Ghazal, say they believe that security arrangements must be in place if South Sudan is to hold timely and credible elections at the end of 2024. Participants…
Samuel Cherinet (right) spends a lot of time in the field, here inspecting a construction site where an UNMISS Quick Impact Project is being completed. Photos: Alahayi Nemaya/UNMISS
UN Volunteer Samuel Cherinet in South Sudan: “Seeing practical results of our work makes me proud”
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL- Impact is not Samuel Cherinet’s middle name, but maybe it should be. The UN Volunteer, based in Wau and serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), is one of the fortunate few…
High interest in elections amid concerns for hunger, disease and security according to latest UNMISS perception survey
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has today released the findings of its recent Perception and Public Opinion Survey conducted by an independent third party. This annual survey, which involves face-to-face…