JUBA, 31 May 2024 – The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is deeply concerned about the outbreak of violence in Malakal, Upper Nile state, which led to the deaths of several people yesterday. Tensions also remain…
Police Advisor Adebayo Stella Adejumo from Nigeria and working in Aweil is very much enjoying her work with South Sudanese people from all walks of life. Photos: Emmanuel Kele/UNMISS NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – “To serve and…
This morning, the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General in Cyprus, Colin Stewart, accompanied by UNFICYP senior leadership held a ceremony inside the UN Protected Area to handover to the Australian…
Near Verbatim Minister of Federal Affairs, the Honourable Losuba Ludoru Wongo Excellencies, members of the diplomatic community. My fellow United Nations colleagues and peacekeepers. Distinguished guests. Ladies and gentlemen…
Checkpoints destroyed by MONUSCO Blue Helmets leading the "TIGER PAW" military operation with support from the FARDC. Photo MONUSCO/Force MONUSCO peacekeepers from Bangadlesh and Nepal launched a reconnaissance and offensive…
CENTRAL EQUATORIA: Almost 18,000 United Nations peacekeepers work in partnership with the Government and communities across South Sudan to help the world newest nation navigate the difficult path from war to peace. Their…
JUBA, 29 May 2024 - Almost 18,000 United Nations peacekeepers are working in partnership with the Government and people of South Sudan to help the world’s newest nation to navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace…
UNIFIL today marked the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, an annual event to honour the commitment and sacrifice of women and men serving for peace around the world. On this day, UNIFIL normally hosts a…
Today we pay tribute to the more than 76,000 United Nations peacekeepers who embody humanity’s highest ideal: peace. Hailing from over 120 countries, our Blue Helmets serve in 11 peace operations in conflict-affected areas in…
In 1948, the United Nations took a pivotal step by deploying peacekeepers to support countries in their journey toward peace. Since then, more than two million people - military, police and civilians - have served in over 70…
A two-day workshop hosted by UNMISS in Bor brought together some 40 participants to discuss ways and means to strengthen the criminal justice chain. Photo by Achol Kur/UNMISS JONGLEI – The United Nations Mission in South…
A two-day forum hosted by UNMISS sought to build capacities among some 40 participants, including civil society, on protecting the rights of every child. Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – A two-day workshop…