UNMISS, UNDP, and the National Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration Commission, have partnered with the French government to launch a second phase of a pilot community violence reduction project in Western Bahr El Ghazal State. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS.
UNMISS and partners launch second phase of community-led project to reduce violence and promote reintegration
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – The process of forming the unified national army in South Sudan, as stipulated in the revitalized peace agreement, is slow. The same goes for the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration into…
An early warning working group to protect civilians and property has been formed in Bangasu in Yambio County to help authorities take proactive measures against security threats. Photo by Phillip Mbugo/UNMISS.
Civilians and organized forces form joint working group to protect civilians in Bangasu
WESTERN EQUATORIA – Addressing the impact of insecurity on the lives and livelihoods of local communities remains a priority for residents of Bangasu in Yambio County. To improve the relationship between uniformed personnel…
Building the capacity of their policing counterparts in Bor, UNMISS UNPOL officers recently organized a training on management skills and conflict resolution techniques.
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UNMISS UNPOL train national counterparts on leadership and management skills
JONGLEI – Building the capacity of South Sudanese counterparts, including its national police services, is an important part of the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). For this reason, the UN…
Joint Press Release: International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action (IMAD) 2024
On 4 April 2024, The National Mine Action Authority (NMAA), in partnership with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), and the Geneva International Center for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD), will commemorate the…
UNMISS Force Commander, Lieutenant-General Mohan Subramanian visits local communities, authorities and peacekeepers stationed in the mission’s temporary base in Maper. Photo by James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.
UNMISS Force Commander visits Maper as cross-border clashes continue
LAKES – Since last year, intercommunal conflict between the Pakam and Luanyjang communities from Rumbek North in Lakes state and Tonj East in Warrap state respectively, have led to killings, abductions, cattle raids, and…
An UNMISS workshop in Bor focused on ways and means to enable returnees to reintegrate into society and ensure they have the support they need to rebuild their lives. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS.
UNMISS workshop aims to promote a supportive environment for reintegration of returnees
JONGLEI – A two-day discussion hosted by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in Bor, the capital of Jonglei state, saw robust, constructive conversations on the National Action Plan for 2022-2024 to facilitate…
As tensions rise in Tambura, Western Equatoria, a joint assessment mission by government partners and UNMISS hears community concerns. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS.
As tensions continue in Tambura, UNMISS and authorities conduct assessment mission
WESTERN EQUATORIA – “We need lasting peace in our villages,” said Suzanna Joseph wistfully. Suzanna, a mother of five children, was speaking to peacekeepers from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and local…
In Maiwut, Upper Nile, 60 women and men are running a successful bakery which was set up as part of an UNMISS Quick Impact Project. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS.
UNMISS supports the people of Maiwut in creating new business opportunities
UPPER NILE – In Maiwut, a county in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state, the delicious aroma of freshly baked goods emanates from a building, attracting passersby. In traditional ovens, busy men and women bustle through the…
An UNMISS-facilitated peace dialogue to end cattle-related conflicts in Eastern Equatoria resulted in several positive resolutions. Photos by Okello James/UNMISS.
UNMISS convenes community dialogue to end cattle-related conflict in Kidepo Valley
EASTERN EQUATORIA – For decades, communities in Torit, Budi, and Ikotos counties of South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria state have been caught in a persistent cycle of intercommunal violence. These entrenched divides are driven…
United Nations in South Sudan calls for urgent release of trucks carrying fuel and other critical supplies after Government commits to rescinding tax demands
Juba - The United Nations in South Sudan acknowledges the assurance given today by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs that the imposition of taxes on trucks carrying fuel and other supplies does not apply to UN humanitarian…
A peace dialogue facilitated by UNMISS with local authorities, civil society, and community leaders in Kapoeta aims at deterring youth from resorting to crime or violence. Photo by Okello James/UNMISS
UNMISS convenes forum to support youth in ending cattle related conflict in greater Kapoeta
Eastern Equatoria – Many parts of South Sudan are affected by cattle raids and ambushes between rival communities, which take a deadly toll on civilian lives, disrupt communal harmony, and perpetuate a cycle of violence. And…
In a landmark engagement facilitated by UNMISS in Wau, South Sudanese uniformed personnel recommit to upholding human rights; enhancing rule of law; and ensuring all citizens can have access to justice. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS.
Uniformed personnel in Baggari commit to upholding human rights, rule of law
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – As South Sudan’s people and leaders gear up for the country’s first national elections in December this year, much remains to be done to ensure communities fully recover from repeated cycles of…