UNMISS News

CENTRAL EQUATORIA - “The absence of law enforcement personnel in our area has led to a lot of trouble,” revealed Janethy Maika, a women’s representative from Mugwo payam [administrative division] in South Sudan’s Central…

WESTERN EQUATORIA - Recruitment of children by armed forces is one of the six grave violations of child rights and international humanitarian law. With its history of protracted civil war, child protection is a priority for…

JONGLEI – With the world’s youngest nation gearing to usher in its long delayed democratic transition through its first-ever national elections in December next year, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)…

JONGLEI – It is expected that South Sudan’s first-ever national elections will be held in December 2024. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), as a partner for peace, continues to support this young country in…

UPPER NILE – In South Sudan, as across the world, hate speech and mis- and disinformation often lie at the root of spreading violence. As the nation races against time to complete its long-delayed democratic transition by…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – Upholding rule of law and human rights is key to building an enduring peace. As South Sudan, the world’s newest nation, races to complete its democratic transition by conducting its first-ever…

JUBA - In the bustling capital of South Sudan, a symphony of voices converged, setting the stage for this year's commemoration of the International Day of Peace. An array of individuals, each playing a pivotal role in the…

CENTRAL EQUATORIA – As the United Nations General Assembly convenes this week in New York, world leaders are coming together to discuss, among other critical issues, climate challenges. For its part, the United Nations…

CENTRAL EQUATORIA – More than 500 people, including several members of the national parliament, gathered in Terekeka County’s Freedom Square to renew their commitment to peace ahead of elections scheduled for December 2024…

RUWENG – A “fun-run”, they said, the Mongolian peacekeepers nearing the finishing line of their tour of duty in Pariang. Fifteen kilometres, they added, and the scepticism among eavesdroppers was palpable. But was everybody…

“Today, I became more familiar with how to advocate for civic education to help my compatriots become more aware of their political and civil rights,” said Juma Tikol, Chairperson of a network of civil society organizations…

UPPER NILE – Elections are essential for democratic governance. However, for the process to work , voter and civic education on everyone’s rights and responsibilities are necessary. In its continuous efforts to support South…