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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

Internally displaced persons in Wau offered medical examinations and treatment

More than 400 people have enjoyed free medical check-ups and treatment for free

When an apple a day doesn’t keep the doctor away, access to healthcare is vital. At the Naivasha camp for internally displaced persons in Wau, more than 400 people have enjoyed free medical check-ups and treatment for free, courtesy of peacekeepers from Bangladesh serving with the United Nations Mission in…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

International Women’s Day in Torit: Strong calls for education, free speech and increased representation

To reach that goal, many pointed out that women need to occupy more leadership roles in all spheres of society

When South Sudan’s national celebration of International Women’s Day took place in Torit, participants highlighted the importance of freedom of expression and access to education to reach gender equality. To reach that goal, many pointed out that women need to occupy more leadership roles in all spheres of society. “I…

Human Rights Watch (HRW)
Source: Human Rights Watch (HRW) |

South Sudan: Opposition Leaders, Others, Detained

Ensure Due Process; De-escalate Growing Tensions

 South Sudanese authorities have arrested at least 22 political and military personnel in the wake of violent clashes that started in mid-February 2025 between government and armed groups in Upper Nile, Human Rights Watch said today. These recent developments have plunged the country into political crisis. “The lack of transparency and…

The World Bank Group
Source: The World Bank Group |

World Bank’s South Sudan Economic Monitor Urges Swift and Sustained Reforms to Accelerate Economic Recovery and Inclusive Growth

The SSEM is an annual World Bank report series that assesses key economic developments, prospects, and policies in South Sudan

The 7th Edition of South Sudan Economic Monitor (SSEM) titled ‘A Pathway to Overcome the Crisis’ released today by the World Bank assessed that South Sudan`s economy is projected to contract by 30 percent in FY24/25, but is projected to rebound in FY25/26, if there is a resumption in oil exports…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

South Sudan: New Radio Miraya transmitter in Mayom, promotes peace and gives grassroots a voice

Local authorities and residents alike hope that the newly installed transmitter will also aid efforts to prevent persistent cattle raiding and promote peace in the area

People in some of the most populated parts of Mayom County can now tune in to Radio Miraya, a broadcaster operated by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), to stay reliably informed. Local authorities and residents alike hope that the newly installed transmitter will also aid efforts to…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

Wave of Warrap women committing suicide prompts discussion on taboo-laden mental health issues

The Kuajok field office of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) decided to make the most of its commemoration of International Women’s Day by raising awareness on emotional distress, its causes and effect

Just before dawn on a February morning, the smell of burning thatch suddenly filled the air. Neighbours immediately rushed to the scene, and yet they arrived too late. Inside what used to be a home, they found the charred remains of a young woman and her children. The horrific sight…

World Health Organization (WHO) - South Sudan
Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - South Sudan |

South Sudan: Investing in critical health infrastructure for improved health delivery

Madhol will function as the primary referral hospital for the densely populated state of Northern Bahr el Ghazal and its catchment areas, thereby providing health services to those in need

Chief Amet Mabior Yel, a 72-year-old traditional leader in Madhol Payam, Awiel East County, could not hold back his excitement. Dressed in his traditional chieftaincy attire and singing at the top of his voice while performing his favorite traditional dance, Yel was witnessing a historic moment in his lifetime —the…

Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Source: Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) |

South Sudan’s leaders must avert another deadly crisis and uphold peace agreement, urges United Nations (UN) Commission

The Commission reminds all parties to the Revitalized Agreement, as well as other South Sudanese stakeholders, of their obligations and responsibilities to respect human rights and to invest in completing the transitional processes

The surge in violence in Upper Nile State, escalating political tensions in Juba, and other political intrigues are threatening to derail South Sudan’s Revitalized Peace Agreement and inflict more pain and suffering on citizens, warns the UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan. The armed confrontations in Nasir, including…

United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs |

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Condemns Attack on United Nations (UN) Force and South Sudan Troops

The Ministry expressed its solidarity with the countries participating in UNMISS forces, and extended its condolences to the UN and the Government of the Republic of South Sudan

The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the attack on a helicopter affiliated with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and on South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) in Upper Nile State, which resulted in the death of a member of the international force and…

International Trade Centre
Source: International Trade Centre |

South Sudan creates more jobs in farming

With 4.8 million euros from the European Union, the project focused on youth and women, who represented 70% of the participants

South Sudan is the world’s newest country, and among the least developed. After nearly five years of working with fruit and vegetable growers and sellers, the International Trade Centre (ITC) has shown how to create thousands of jobs and to grow small businesses. The Jobs creation and Trade Development programme focused on the…