Juba, 12 September 2013 - The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is assisting local authorities in areas affected by widespread flooding and recent torrential rains.

Juba, 10 September 2013 - The United Nations has celebrated International Literacy Day since 1966, as a reminder that literacy is a human right and the foundation of all learning. International Literacy Day 2013 was commemorated worldwide under the theme of "Literacies for the 21st Century".

9 September 2013 - UN Mine Action Service (UNMAS) and UN Police (UNPOL) launched an eight-week course on Conventional Munitions Disposal for South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS) officers in Rajaf today.