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Crisis in South Sudan: “The time for action is now because the alternative is too terrible to contemplate” says Head of country’s UN peacekeeping mission
The security situation in South Sudan has significantly deteriorated amidst rising tensions between the country’s two main political parties, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), led by President Salva Kiir Mayardit…
Remarks by the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, at a press encounter at UN Headquarters, on the situation in South Sudan
Let me begin by addressing some breaking news - the terrible earthquake that hit parts of Southeast Asia today.We send our condolences to the government and peoples of the region. The United Nations system is mobilizing to…
MINUSCA condemns deadly attack against peacekeepers in Haut-Mbomou
Bangui, March 29, 2025 – The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for the Central African Republic and Head of MINUSCA, Valentine Rugwabiza, strongly condemns the ambush carried out yesterday morning…
Conversations to promote peace: Connecting with communities in Morobo County
Residents of seven villages in Morobo County made the most of an opportunity to express concerns and ask questions during an outreach event with UNMISS and local leaders. Photos: Elizabeth Mpimbaza/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA –…
New taskforce set to combat sexual and gender-based violence in Jonglei
Jonglei State has formed a special entity to take on the daunting task of coordinating the prevention of and response to incidents of sexual and gender-based violence. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS. JONGLEI – Significant…
UN intensifies peacekeeping patrols at displacement camps amidst rising tensions and conflict in South Sudan
Rwandan peacekeepers patrol around camps for displaced communities to strengthen security as political tensions rise and clashes continue between armed forces in pockets of the country. JUBA - Tens of thousands of people who…
Hidden explosives continue to threaten communities
This story was written by the UN Mine Action Service’s South Sudan team. In close cooperation with South Sudan’s National Mine Action Authority and other partners, the team coordinates demining efforts and reaches out to…
UN peacekeeping challenged as conflicts and ceasefires grow more complex
As ceasefires grow more fragile and conflicts more unpredictable, UN peacekeeping is having to adapt faster amid rising political tensions, disinformation and confusion over mandates. Addressing ambassadors in the Security…
Mine Awareness Day: Demining goal within reach but fears of conflict reversing progress
Zehrudin Sukanovic, Chief of the UN Mine Action Service, UNMAS, hopes that 2025 will result in more land in South Sudan being cleared of explosive remnants of war, despite recent tensions. Photos: Isaac Billy/UNMISS JUBA –…
Peace conference in Kapoeta results in Toposa and Murle communities committing to reconciliation
A recent escalation of intercommunal conflict in Greater Kapoeta prompted UNMISS and partners to invite stakeholders to a peace-promoting dialogue. Photo by James Okello/UNMISS. EASTERN EQUATORIA – Feuding communities in…