UNMISS

Keep up-to-date with the UN Mission in South Sudan - the latest on protection of civilians, facilitation of humanitarian access plus news on the peace process.

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

Meeting with Ambassadors from the African Diplomatic Corps in Juba, the Head of #UNMISS, Anita Kiki Gbeho, called for collective engagement by the region to help stop the fighting and reduce tensions in #SouthSudan 🇸🇸, advance inclusive political dialogue and build consensus on the transition and elections, and encourage greater Government investment in food security and basic services to address worsening humanitarian needs in the conflict-affected country.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

A five-day #UNMISS integrated patrol through Lainya, Limbe, Mukaya, Kupera, and Kenyi in Central Equatoria 🇸🇸, #SouthSudan, brought together #Nepalese 🇳🇵 peacekeepers, military and @UNPOL officers, communities, and #SouthSudanese authorities for intensive engagements to prevent conflict, protect civilians, and strengthen partnerships. They addressed key issues such as security and humanitarian threats, improving information sharing for early warning, and building trust. Along the patrol route, the #Nepalese 🇳🇵 medical team also provided health checkups, supporting community well-being.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

Communities in Chuil Payam, in Jonglei, #SouthSudan 🇸🇸 are intensifying efforts to break the cycle of cattle raiding and revenge attacks by committing to a series of resolutions at an #UNMISS-supported forum, including strengthening dialogue and mediation processes, protecting civilians and property, safeguarding freedom of movement and humanitarian access, and building trust.

Read more: https://t.co/uxbP6vwQqg
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

In collaboration with the State Ministry of Peacebuilding and peace partners, the #UNMISS team in Malakal, #SouthSudan, commemorated the International Day of Peace with cultural performances and dramas by diverse ethnic groups to promote conflict prevention and peaceful coexistence. Speakers at the event urged collective efforts across Upper Nile 🇸🇸 towards peace and reconciliation.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

In Chukudum 🇸🇸, #SouthSudan, concerns are rising about child recruitment during intercommunal conflicts. During a long distance patrol to the area, #UNMISS engaged intensively with community leaders, authorities, women, youth, and security actors to help prevent violations and promote dialogue to address persistent cattle raiding and road ambushes, while promoting peaceful coexistence.

Read more: https://t.co/CNmnKONgmo
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UN Peacekeeping @UNPeacekeeping]

On this #PeaceDay, we ask: How do we measure the conflicts that didn’t happen?

The true measure of peace is not only in the conflicts that ended, but also in those that never began.

How do we measure them?

By how we #InvestInPeace.

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

🎬🕊️ On the #InternationalDayofPeace, #UNMISS stands with the people of #SouthSudan 🇸🇸, advocating peace, safeguarding communities, and building a better future.
Watch for more!
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

“Lasting peace is built through mutual trust, and respect for others.”
Thousands of kilometres from home, Captain Djamilla Pelagie Balak'we Seibou from #Benin 🇧🇯 is serving as a @UN Military Observer with #UNMISS. On #PeaceDay, she shares her hopes for a safer, peaceful future for the communities she serves in conflict-affected 🇸🇸 #SouthSudan. Her story reminds us that peace starts with the simplest of actions: listening.

Read more: https://t.co/MQxcIe3AfC
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

In Bentiu 🇸🇸, #Ghanaian 🇬🇭 @UNPOL officers received the prestigious @UN medal 🎖️, recognizing their steadfast commitment to helping protect #SouthSudanese communities and fostering peace. #UNMISS Police Commissioner honoured 159 peacekeepers, including 44 women officers, acknowledging their exceptional efforts despite the challenging conditions that they operate in.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

“People are at the heart of everything we do,” says SRSG and Head of #UNMISS Anita Kiki Gbeho.
On the #InternationalDayofPeace, hear her message on why putting people first is key to building lasting peace in #SouthSudan 🇸🇸
#A4P #InvestInPeace #IDP

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

“I could not change what happened to me. But I could decide the kind of person I wanted to become and use experiences to help protect others and build peace.”
As a young man from Nzara 🇸🇸 #SouthSudan, Thomas Bazawi, fled violence and became a refugee in neighbouring 🇺🇬 #Uganda. Years later, he returned with a new mission as an #UNMISS peacekeeper, helping conflict-affected communities find peace.

Read his journey to learn more: https://t.co/GVGsnN7VMF
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

In Bor, 80 young #SouthSudanese 🇸🇸 are gaining practical skills in carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, agriculture and poultry farming through a new three-month vocational training programme.
Led by #UNMISS #Korean 🇰🇷 peacekeepers, the initiative is helping young people build pathways to income, entrepreneurship and self-reliance.

Read more: https://t.co/BZsncqtbsM
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

🎬Visiting Unity State 🇸🇸, #SouthSudan, SRSG and Head of #UNMISS Anita Kiki Gbeho (@Kikigbeho) met communities, local authorities, and peacekeepers to hear firsthand about safety concerns following intercommunal violence in Abiemnhom and the growing threat of flooding as seasonal rains intensify. Watch the highlights!

Read more: https://t.co/pi64eIpB4x
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

🚧In Bor 🇸🇸, #SouthSudan, #UNMISS #Korean 🇰🇷 peacekeepers have rehabilitated a key route linking communities to the town and airport after heavy rains devastated the road, creating safety risks and restricting access to healthcare, humanitarian assistance, and other essential services.

Read more: https://t.co/HC6dhyzeoz
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

On a five-day, 400-kilometer patrol to multiple locations across Central Equatoria, #SouthSudan 🇸🇸, #UNMISS peacekeepers from #China 🇨🇳along with @UN Military Observers and @UNPOL:
✅Deterred violence by providing a visible protective presence
✅Engaged with local authorities, humanitarians, and communities to assess security conditions
✅Provided direct support to students by gifting more than 100 items of stationery and sports equipment
The mission demonstrated their commitment to protecting civilians, and building confidence, trust, and community resilience.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

#UNMISS #Nepali 🇳🇵 peacekeepers engaged with 190 students and teachers at primary schools in Juba 🇸🇸, #SouthSudan, distributing sports and stationery items to inspire students to pursue their education 📚 and work toward a brighter, more successful future.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

Promoting protection of civilians through professional, accountable, community-focused policing, the #UNMISS @UNPOL team trained 30 #SouthSudan police officers and community leaders in Tambura 🇸🇸 on human rights and combating sexual and gender-based violence, emphasizing dignity, lawful procedures, and collaboration.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

To protect human rights and enhance humanitarian access in #SouthSudan 🇸🇸, #UNMISS @UNPOL officers are working with local police to support mobile courts, boost accountability, uphold everyone's dignity, ensure fair treatment of suspects, and address urgent humanitarian needs.
#A4P #InvestInPeace

[UNMISS @unmissmedia]

“We thought gangs offered respect and protection. Now we know that it comes from positively contributing to our community and helping keep them safe.” Former gang members in the Bentiu displacement camp, 🇸🇸 #SouthSudan are choosing a new path after joining the #UNMISS-supported Vision Youth Group to develop leadership skills, mentor peers, and enhance community safety.

Read the story to learn more: https://t.co/M5OYRm6FOF
#A4P #InvestInPeace