Statement by Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, to the Security Council
[Near Verbatim] Madame President, Thank you for the opportunity to address the Council today on the situation in South Sudan. I acknowledge the presence of the interim Chairperson of RJMEC, Gen. Charles Gituai, and the…
Sixteen children became celebrities for a day when they, amicably, took over Radio Miraya on the Day of the African Child.
Young girls and boys star on air as UNMISS celebrates Day of the African Child
In South Sudan, there is no shortage of children; young girls and boys who will one day lead their country and, together with their peers across the continent, all of Africa, towards a bright future. For this compelling…
Traditional leaders can do much to promote human rights in their communities. In Torit, they recently learnt how to go about it. Photos: Okello James/UNMISS
Traditional leaders in Eastern Equatoria learn about their role in upholding human rights
Protecting and promoting human rights - along with preventing, documenting, and reporting abuses of them - are key parts of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, UNMISS. Recently, more than 50 traditional…
Thousands of South Sudanese people returning home to escape violence in Sudan need both protection and humanitarian assistance. Photos: Peter Bateman/UNMISS
UN family and authorities in joint effort for safe, dignified return of South Sudanese from Sudan
UNITY – Thousands of South Sudanese people who escaped the current conflict in neighbouring Sudan are once again on the move, displaced in a homeland they either fled years ago or never knew at all. Since early April, when…
Well deserved certificates awaited women and youth in Bor after completing a UNMISS-funded courses teaching different marketable skills . Photos: Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS
Bor women and youths benefit from UNMISS-funded vocational skills training
JONGLEI – For South Sudanese women and youth, learning and livelihood opportunities can be hard to come by at the best of times. Add floods and insecurity to the Jonglei context and it becomes even more difficult, but some 60…
At an UNMISS workshop in Bor, journalists, human rights defenders and others recently discussed their roles in the public electoral debate. Photos: David Awuou Majak/UNMISS
Journalists, civil society activists in Bor learn more about electoral roles, media laws and safety
JONGLEI – As the world’s youngest nation prepares for elections expected to take place in 2024, enhancing civic political space and the safety of civil society actors was the focus of a four-day training facilitated by the…
Thousands joined in the fun when UNMISS organized a multicultural festival in Gueri near Juba. Attendees were treated to updates on South Sudan's peace process as well. Photos: Gregorio Cunha/UNMISS
UNMISS culture festival in Gurei: A feast of diversity for hearts, minds and senses in unity
JUBA – Against a backdrop of grey skies and drizzle, the contrast was both welcome and stark when 30 different cultural groups rocked up in Gueri, instruments in tow, to indulge in a vibrant expression of unity likely to be…
Thousands came to an UNMISS event in Aweil North County to enjoy music, dancing and information about the country's peace process. Photos: Deng Mou/UNMISS
UNMISS launches peace outreach campaign in Aweil North County
NORTHERN-BAHR-EL-GHAZAL – Everyone can do something for peace, and on this day, under the theme “Peace Begins with Me”, the time had come to Pamat in Aweil North County. More than 5,000 people heeded the call and showed up…
UNMISS, together with UNDP and other partners, recently facilitated a peace conference to a long-standing and often cattle-related between the Luacjang and Pakam communities. Photo by Peter Ring Ariik Kuol/UNMISS
Luacjang and Pakam communities sign cessation of hostilities agreement in Tonj
WARRAP/LAKES - A cessation of hostilities agreement between warring ethnic groups in Tonj, Warrap State, and Rumbek North, Lakes State, is hoped to be the first step towards dialogue and a more comprehensive commitment on…
Statement by Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General & Head of UNMISS at the 30th RJMEC Plenary Meeting [As Delivered]
[AS DELIVERED] RJMEC Chair, Excellencies and Distinguished Guests, I thank the RJMEC for the opportunity to brief you again today. Since our last meeting, both you and I have briefed the United Nations Security Council on the…
Statement on the 12th Anniversary of South Sudan’s Independence from the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, Nicholas Haysom
JUBA, 7 July 2023 - As South Sudan approaches 12 years of independence, the United Nations family remains committed to working with the South Sudanese people, as well as regional and international partners for sustainable…
An UNMISS-supported vocational training in Melut, Upper Nile, creates hope for peace by giving young people the chance to build thriving careers. Photo by Samuel Adwok Deng/UNMISS.
150 people build skills through an UNMISS-supported vocational training in Melut, Upper Nile
UPPER NILE - The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), in support of local communities, is building capacities across South Sudan through specialized training aimed to offer people the the chance to secure…