An increase of attacks targeting humanitarian convoys have led to more of them being escorted and protected by UNMISS peacekeepers. Photos by Peter Bateman/UNMISS In response to the escalating conflict in Sudan, the United…
To support and protect survivors of sexual violence, UNMISS and partners handed over a women’s center in Andari in Western Equatoria state. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA – The scorching sun—the inevitable…
In Maiwut, some 53 community members came together to discuss sustainable community-based solutions to overarching protection concerns at a workshop hosted by UNMISS. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS UPPER NILE – Some 53 women…
Following is UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ message for the International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members, observed on 25 March: Today is a solemn reminder of the grave risks facing our staff…
Supported by UNMISS, an SSPDF Justice Directorate assessment mission in Maridi, Western Equatoria evaluated pending cases concerning uniformed personnel. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. "I am seeking justice for my daughter,"…
As UNIFIL marked the 46th anniversary of its establishment today, its leadership renewed calls for all actors to put down their weapons, recommit to Security Council Resolution 1701, and work toward a political and diplomatic…
To help residents in Pieri access clean and potable water, UNMISS has funded and handed over a solar-powered water treatment unit. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS. JONGLEI – A lack of access to safe water remains a significant…
Civilians are bearing the brunt of a surge in intercommunal conflict in pockets of South Sudan with 862 victims documented as being killed, injured, abducted, or subjected to conflict-related sexual violence during these…
Kinshasa, March 16, 2024: The Head of MONUSCO, Ms. Bintou Keita, condemns in the strongest possible terms the attack on peacekeepers that took place on March 16 in Saké. Eight peacekeepers were wounded, one of them seriously…
The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres: The Secretary-General condemns the incident earlier today, in which eight peacekeepers of the United Nations Organization…
Some 500 people recently gathered for a reconciliation conference in Kajo-Keji, Central Equatoria State. Photo: James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – The people of Kajo-Keji County have pledged to mend ties to chart a…