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Under-Secretary-General stresses United Nations’ solidarity with the people of South Sudan
United Nations Under-Secretary-General, Catherine Pollard, stressed the organizations solidarity with the people of South Sudan during a visit to the world’s newest nation. Photo by Nyang Lieth/UNMISS. JUBA/UPPER NILE –…
Grinding mill supplied by UNMISS empowers communities to be self-reliant and live peacefully together
As soon as the diesel engine of the grinding mill roars to life, members of the Wako community rush forward, forming a line with bags of sorghum in hand and smiles of anticipation on their faces. To them, this mill represents…
UNMISS hands over prison service training academy to help reform South Sudan justice system
A newly renovated training academy funded by UNMISS will help strengthen rule of law across South Sudan. Photo by Isaac Billy/UNMISS. CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Robust justice systems and expert personnel are essential for…
UNMISS intensifies efforts to reduce tensions and prevent conflict in Tambura, Western Equatoria
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is intensifying efforts to help reduce tensions, prevent conflict, and support peaceful coexistence in Tambura, Western Equatoria, following several violent incidents which…
UNIFIL statement (7 November 2024)
This afternoon, a UNIFIL convoy bringing newly-arrived peacekeepers to south Lebanon was passing Saida when a drone strike occurred nearby. Five peacekeepers were lightly injured and treated by the Lebanese Red Cross on the…
Nepalese peacekeepers awarded United Nations Medal of Honour for exceptional service in South Sudan
850 Nepalese peacekeepers, including 106 women, received the prestigious United Nations Medal of Honour, recognizing their exceptional service to the people of South Sudan. Photo by Peter Bateman/UNMISS. The Nepalese Force…
Local contractors benefit from UNMISS business seminar in South Sudan
An UNMISS business seminar will boost the number of suppliers working with the peacekeeping mission and the volume of goods and services purchased. Photo by Isaac Billy/UNMISS. At 8am on a Tuesday morning, four heavy duty…
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Remarks by Mr. Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, to the Security Council
[As Delivered] Mr. President, Thank you for the opportunity, once again, to brief the Council on developments in South Sudan. Since my last update, South Sudan’s transitional period was extended until February 2027, pushing…
Traditional leaders urged to use influence and experience to help shape South Sudan’s permanent constitution
UNMISS, in collaboration with the Ministry of Federal Affairs, launches the booklet titled “Kulena Sawa: The Role of Traditional Leaders in Constitution Making and Local Governance” in the capital city of Juba. Photo by Isaac…
UNIFIL statement (8 November 2024)
Yesterday, two IDF excavators and one IDF bulldozer destroyed part of a fence and a concrete structure in a UNIFIL position in Ras Naqoura. In response to our urgent protest, the IDF denied any activity was taking place…