UNMISS News

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…

*Scroll down for an attachment containing the 22 recommendations agreed on by the national conference. JUBA - “I have the deep and very firm conviction that we are talking about a preventable crime,” said Pramila Patten, the…

WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – In South Sudan, the United Nations Police (UNPOL) serving with the peacekeeping mission, UNMISS, undertake various initiatives to empower women and improve their quality of life. One way of doing that…

UPPER NILE – As the saying goes, “a clean place is a safe place”. Good hygiene leads to better health, with people leading longer lives in prime conditions. With that in mind and under the theme “Social cohesion through…

CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Local leaders of Yei River County have just concluded a two-day dialogue aimed at developing guidelines to govern the scope of work of its peace committee to enhance the prospect of sustainable…