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United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
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South Sudan eyes Water Convention accession for stronger water governance and development opportunities

South Sudan indicated it is seeking to unlock major infrastructure projects and development resources as well as to limit flooding

South Sudan, the world’s newest nation and a landlocked country in Eastern Central Africa, is situated in the middle of the basin of the Nile River, Africa’s longest river. Sharing significant transboundary wetlands, experiencing annual catastrophic floods and droughts and facing immense development and humanitarian challenges, South Sudan views strengthened…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)

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    • A wave of recent child abductions and other crimes prompted UNMISS civilian peacekeepers in Eastern Equatoria to visit Lowoi to get first-hand information and discuss solutions. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS
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Recent child abductions prompt United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) visit to Lowoi to discuss human rights and solutions

Recent cattle raids and child abductions have left residents feeling distressed and concerned about their safety, access to basic services and disrupted schooling for boys and girls

“We are excited to have you here to listen to our concerns. Our children are gradually disappearing as they fall victim to abductions, and we are worried about this troubling trend,” said Loliha Andrew, a visually impaired elder of Lowoi. Recent cattle raids and child abductions have left residents feeling…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Renovates Bilual Secondary School, Creating a Better Learning Environment for All

The new iteration of this Uror County secondary school has six classrooms, a kitchen, an in-built toilet, gates and a fence

While successful learning ultimately depends on the hard work put in by individual students, having access to a properly equipped school is likely to boost one’s motivation to make the significant effort needed to lay the groundwork for a satisfying professional life. Thanks to funding from the United Nations Mission…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Funds New Police Training Centre in Torit County

The peacekeeping mission’s decision to fund the construction project was made following a joint request made by local authorities and citizens living in the area

With crime on the rise and residents in Torit County feeling unsafe, the recent inauguration of new police facilities in Imodonge was warmly welcomed. “As a community, we believe that this positive development will greatly improve security in our area,” said Luka Ohucholi Odu, landlord of the large plot of…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and Jonglei government work on preventive measures following flood alerts

The state authorities were thankful for the logistical support and assistance provided by UNMISS in Duk County

In response to a flood alert for the Upper Nile region, including the five counties of Jonglei State, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the Jonglei Government met with the Duk County community to raise public awareness and to discuss how to minimize the risk of flash…

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Communities of Tambura celebrate new Yubu bridge funded by United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)

This new piece of vital infrastructure is expected to connect people, strengthen social cohesion, and improve access to health services, schools, and markets

Local communities in Western Equatoria State’s conflict-prone Tambura County recently celebrated the handover of the newly constructed Yubu bridge funded by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to local authority. Its strategic location means that it is hoped to promote and facilitate the voluntary return and reintegration of both internally displaced…

U.S. Embassy in South Sudan
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South Sudan: Statement by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Elizabeth Campbell

The United States is deeply disappointed by the transitional government’s lack of progress toward creating the conditions necessary for genuine and peaceful elections

National Security Council Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Multilateral Affairs Josh Black and I visited Juba, South Sudan from July 16-19 where we met with President Salva Kiir Mayardit, other senior transitional government officials, civil society representatives, United Nations and diplomatic community partners, and humanitarian aid…

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    • South Sudan Red Cross volunteer Adut works within her community to help keep people safe and healthy. Photo: Sally Anyanga/IFRC
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Resilient and Empowered African Community Health (REACH): Adut brings health and hope to her community

The REACH initiative, supported by the South Sudan Red Cross, IFRC and Africa CDC aims to empower local communities by training and equipping community health workers like Adut

Over the past months, the South Sudan Red Cross has trained more than 70 dedicated individuals as community health workers in Wau State, nestled within the rugged landscapes of Western Bahr el Ghazal region.  As part of the Resilient and Empowered African Community Health (REACH) initiative, these local heroes have become…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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Community-Based Militias Take Heavy Toll on Civilians Across South Sudan

UNMISS continues to protect civilians across the country with thousands of peacekeeping patrols conducted by land, air, and boat

Widespread attacks against civilians persist across South Sudan, driven primarily by subnational armed violence involving community-based militias and/or civil defense groups, according to the latest quarterly brief by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).  Between January and March 2024, UNMISS documented 240 incidents of violence affecting 913 civilians nationwide,…

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Peacekeepers and Wau Citizens Unite in a Run for Peace and Unity

More than 2,000 people ran, jogged or walked the 10 kilometres of the race, which was jointly organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)

Residents, dignitaries, and peacekeepers joyfully and recently participated in a "Run for Peace" event in Wau, undertaken under the theme "Let's celebrate unity, peace, and diversity”, making it clear to participants what they were being part of. More than 2,000 people ran, jogged or walked the 10 kilometres of the…