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JUBA, 24 December 2024 – More than 90 percent of South Sudanese respondents interviewed during a perception survey commissioned by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) confirmed the importance of elections being…

Farming near the ceasefire lines inside the UN buffer zone is strictly prohibited and risks provoking tensions. No farmer is ever granted permission to work near the ceasefire lines, such actions jeopardise the safety and…

“Let us unite to end violence against women and girls,” said SRSG and Head of UNMIK, Caroline Ziadeh, as she invited UNMIK staff on 25 November to join her for a solidarity walk marking the beginning of the 16 Days of…

Juba, 19 December 2024 –The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) urges all involved parties to demonstrate restraint following rising violence in the Tambura region of Western Equatoria state. This month alone…

Inmates and staff at the Tonj North prison are proud of their farm and the variety of vegetables it produces, which benefits the outside-the-walls community as well. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS WARRAP – A groundbreaking…

There was not only messages of peace and unity but also singing when faith-based groups got together in Wau. Photos: Michael Wondi/UNMISS WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – With South Sudan and many of its citizens still healing…

UNIFIL’s Nepali peacekeepers have repaired a major road in Shaqra, restoring access for the local community and UNIFIL operations. The work was completed on December 16, 2024. The road had been blocked since late October by a…

Scarce resources frequently breed tensions between farmers and pastoralists. In Rokon, the two sides met to address their differences and prevent further conflict. Photos: Elizabeth Mpimbaza/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – In…

UNIFIL has extended a helping hand to the Lebanese Red Cross (LRC) in Tyre, providing essential resources to enable them to reach those in urgent need more effectively. The donation includes a new vehicle and vital medical…

The nature of the topics discussed at the Nimule event was heavy, but there was still room for a bit of enjoyment. Photos: Moses Yakudu/UNMISS EASTERN EQUATORIA – Just like in other parts of South Sudan, women and girls in…

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) urges Jonglei and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) authorities to redouble their efforts to reduce tensions among youth from both sides. This follows allegations…

Women in Jonglei are gearing up for elections in 2026 by acquiring leadership skills and sharing experiences, like here, during a workshop in Bor. Photos: Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS JONGLEI – In South Sudan, harmful cultural…