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A peacekeeper peering out of the top of a tank across a grassy field. The peacekeeper is facing away from the camera.
Rwandan peacekeepers patrol around camps for displaced communities to strengthen security as political tensions rise and clashes continue between armed forces in pockets of the country.
UN intensifies peacekeeping patrols at displacement camps amidst rising tensions and conflict in South Sudan
JUBA - Tens of thousands of people who fled violence during the brutal civil war that raged across South Sudan in 2013 found sanctuary next to the United Nations peacekeeping base in Juba. Twelve years later, many remain in…
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Jonglei State has formed a special entity to take on the daunting task of coordinating the prevention of and response to incidents of sexual and gender-based violence. Mach Samuel/UNMISS
New taskforce set to combat sexual and gender-based violence in Jonglei
JONGLEI – Significant efforts are being made to combat the sexual and gender-based violence that perseveres in plaguing mostly women and girls in South Sudan. In another bid to put an end to these harmful practices, Jonglei…
A group of people in brightly coloured clothing seated on wooden benches under a large tress are facing a person giving a presentation.
Residents of seven villages in Morobo County made the most of an opportunity to express concerns and ask questions during an outreach event with UNMISS and local leaders. Elizabeth Mpimbaza/UNMISS
Conversations to promote peace: Connecting with communities in Morobo County
In South Sudan, a young country going through a transitional period towards peace and democracy, citizens are bound to have questions and concerns both about national political processes and their everyday challenges. As…
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In preparation for the scheduled arrival of a mobile court in Leer, 20 national police officers have been trained to improve their investigative skills. Jacob Ruai/UNMISS.
Intensive training of local investigators paves the way for the arrival of a mobile court in Leer County
UNITY – Residents of Leer County are keenly looking forward to catching a rare glimpse of justice in action in their remote part of the country. With a mobile court scheduled to arrive at some point in May, their wait is…
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With tensions rising in South Sudan, people in Leer County call on local and national leaders to reach agreements through dialogue for peace to prevail. Jacob Ruai/UNMISS
Conflict-hardened Leer residents urge country’s leadership to dialogue, resolve differences amicably
UNITY – In volatile Leer County, residents are exceedingly familiar with the devastating consequences of intercommunal fighting. At a point where tensions in parts of South Sudan are rapidly increasing, they know what their…
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When given an opportunity to ask UNMISS and RJMEC representatives about the political situation in South Sudan, community members in Tokiman East near Juba grabbed it with both hands. Photos: James Ohisa/UNMISS James Ohisa/UNMISS
Frustration and confusion as Tokiman East residents discuss status of South Sudan’s peace process
James Sokiri CENTRAL EQUATORIA - In Tokiman East on the outskirts of Juba, residents are frustrated by and worried about the lack of progress made to implement their countries peace agreement. “It is time for our leaders to…
A man with a suit sits across a table with children in red t-shirts. All of the people at the table are wearing headphones and are recording a radio show. In the background, there are a group of students wearing blue shirts sitting watching the group at the table..
In January, intercommunal tensions in Kuajok boiled over due to events in neighbouring Sudan. Representatives from the different communities have now met in a bid to reconcile. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS Zejin Yin/UNMISS
Torit and Magwi residents welcome visiting Radio Miraya crew with open arms and minds
EASTERN EQUATORIA - Radio Miraya, the broadcaster run by the United Nations Mission in #SouthSudan (UNMISS) has devoted, listening fans across the country. When a crew from the station spent a few days in Torit and Magwi…
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In January, intercommunal tensions in Kuajok boiled over due to events in neighbouring Sudan. Representatives from the different communities have now met in a bid to reconcile. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS Zejin Yin/UNMISS
South Sudanese and Sudanese communities in Kuajok reconcile after January unrest
WARRAP - In the aftermath of recent intercommunal unrest, communities in Kuajok have taken steps to mend damaged relations and reconcile. On 17 January, following reports of South Sudanese civilians being killed in…
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Kong Koc is a community-led peacebuilding project in greater Tonj, supported by the South Sudan Multi-Partner Trust Fund. Thirty-three motorcycles make up its latest contribution. Photos: Peter Ring Ariik Kuol/UNMISS
Conflict-prone Greater Tonj area receives two-wheeled peace and security boost
WARRAP – The three counties making up the greater Tonj region are sadly familiar with intercommunal violence and its dire consequences. A lack of mobility among law enforcement agents and community peacebuilding organs has…
A group of people seated watching a person deliver an address at a podium in honour of a fallen peacekeeper.
Sergii Prykhodko from Ukraine was killed in action on 7 March. At a memorial service in Juba, he was given a hero's farewell. Photos: Isaac Billy/UNMISS Isaac Billy/UNMISS
Courage of fallen hero killed during an attack on UN helicopter in Nasir honored at memorial service
JUBA - “Sergii loved life, and not only his own. That is why he became a rescuer, a great rescuer, and instructor. He saved many lives during his professional path and gave his life saving others. He is in our minds. He is in…
A uniformed medical officer is providing treatment to a seated woman. Next to the female patient is another woman and three children.
More than 400 internally displaced persons in Wau were keen to get free medical check-ups when Bangladeshi peacekeepers visited their camp. Photos: Jimmy Lambs Ludanga/UNMISS Jimmy Lambs Ludanga/UNMISS
Internally displaced persons in Wau offered medical examinations and treatment
WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – When an apple a day doesn’t keep the doctor away, access to healthcare is vital. At the Naivasha camp for internally displaced persons in Wau, more than 400 people have enjoyed free medical check-ups…

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