Peacekeeping news

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…

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…

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 –…

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…

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…

Peacekeeping today is facing unprecedented challenges. Wars have become more deadly and more complex. They last longer, and political settlements have become harder to reach. Peacekeeping missions are being tasked with bigger…

In preparation for the scheduled arrival of a mobile court in Leer, 20 national police officers have been trained to improve their investigative skills. Photo by Jacob Ruai/UNMISS. UNITY – Residents of Leer County are keenly…

Following reports tonight of the detention of First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, calls on all Parties to exercise restraint and uphold the Revitalized Peace Agreement.“Tonight…

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urgent dialogue between the country’s leaders to de-escalate tensions and restore calm.“To prevent a relapse into…

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urgent dialogue between the country’s leaders to de-escalate tensions and restore calm. “To prevent a relapse into…

With tensions rising in South Sudan, people in Leer County call on local and national leaders to reach agreements through dialogue for peace to prevail. Photos: Jacob Ruai/UNMISS UNITY – In volatile Leer County, residents are…

When given an opportunity to ask UNMISS and RJMEC representatives about the political situation in South Sudan, community members in Tokiman East near Juba grabbed it with both hands. Photos: James Ohisa/UNMISS CENTRAL…