UNMISS News

UNITY STATE – Over the last four years, a series of small but real changes have turned Koch County, once marred by conflict, into a totally different and much friendlier beast. The legacy of initiatives funded by the…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL- Students at the Catholic Health Training Institute in Wau recently received a welcome learning boost by visiting Chinese peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).…

WARRAP - At the heart of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) lies an enduring commitment to strengthen partnerships with the populations we serve. By working closely with local authorities, humanitarian actors…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – For Blue Helmets serving for peace with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), personal reward remains second to helping conflict-affected populations feel safe. However, 332 dedicated…

JONGLEI- The birth of a child is a precious, joyous moment. Alas, it is also one fraught with risks, particularly where conditions for delivering babies are far from ideal. Pariak used to be one of those places, but having…

WESTERN EQUATORIA- Despite the existence of a national action plan – and concerted efforts to implement it - to put an end to girls and boys being recruited by or in any other way affiliated with armed groups, thousands of…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL- Crime prevention, making arrests, protecting and treating both suspects and survivors of violence humanely– these are all important, everyday policing duties. To keep 40 of their South Sudanese…

EASTERN EQUATORIA – With South Sudan’s first post-independence elections slated for next December, there is pressing need for women to fully participate in decision-making. However, years of unceasing conflict have affected…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL - With the world’s youngest nation gearing to usher in its long delayed democratic transition through its first post-independence elections in December next year, the United Nations Mission in South…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – With severe climate shocks, including severe floods and prolonged dry spells, the world’s newest nation, South Sudan, has been impacted by shortfalls in food production. The situation is exacerbated…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL - Yesterday, the bright and sunny skies of Wau, Western Bahr El Ghazal’s capital, were opportune. People from all walks of life came together for a special occasion: Marking 12 years since South Sudan…

UPPER NILE – Like in any other (over)crowded place, moments of frustration and irritation are bound to sometimes lead to altercations and crime within the UN protection of civilians site in Malakal as well. A strategically…