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UNMISS Force Commander Lieutenant-General Mohan Subramanian visited Yambio and Tambura to ensure robust protection of civilians and meet key external stakeholders.
WESTERN EQUATORIA – Despite a turbulent flight through overcast skies, Lieutenant-General Mohan Subramanian, Force Commander of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) touched down yesterday in Yambio with purpose…
In Mugwo, an UNMISS-funded police post has given hope to community members that crimes will reduce and prosperity, flourish. Photo by James Sokiri/UNMISS
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…
Six child soldiers have been released in Western Equatoria State following joint effort by UNMISS, UNICEF and partners. Photo by Felix Katie/UNMISS.
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…
A spirited intra-university debate held by UNMISS in Bor saw 12 students argue motions on key political issues. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS
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)…
An UNMISS-organized training for media and civil society members in Jonglei state sought to reinforce their vital role in shaping a brighter, more prosperous future for all. Photo by Mach Samuel/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…
An UNMISS workshop in Malakal, Upper Nile, sought to raise awareness on battling hate speech, mis- and disinformation. Photo by Samson Liberty/UNMISS.
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…
In Western Bahr El Ghazal, an UNMISS workshop on international human rights standards and the rights of detainees seeks to enhance capacities of rule of law actors. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS.
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…
An interactive discussion on building enduring peace in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, was co-hosted by UNMISS and the Central Equatoria state government, as a way to mark International Day of Peace. Photo by James Sokiri/UNMISS
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…
UNMISS peacekeepers from Rwanda and Thailand team up with local communities and partners to plant trees and prevent malaria in Muniki, Juba. UNMISS photo.
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…
UNMISS with partners organized a public gathering in Terekeka to raise awareness on the peace process, scheduled to culminate in free and fair elections at the end of next year. Photo: Blessings Samuel Phumisa/UNMISS
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…
Peacekeepers, humanitarians, locals, returning refugees, men, women, children - everyone had a brilliant time when UNMISS organized a fun-run in Pariang. Photos by Peter Bateman/UNMISS.
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…
A recent UNMISS-led workshop in Kapoeta aimed to enhance civic political space and strengthen the capacity of human rights actors in the area. Photos by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS.
“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…