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Abyei: between two conflicts, a suspended peace

Under the dark clouds of neighboring conflicts, Abyei remains a forgotten territory. In this fertile and oil-rich strip of land, nestled between war-torn Sudan and an increasingly unstable South Sudan, the United Nations is trying to prevent an escalation.

05 Nov 2025

USG Lacroix visits Abyei Amid UN Peacekeeping Funding Shortfalls

Abyei, 18 October 2025 – On 16 October, the Under Secretary General for Peacekeeping Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, visited Abyei to discuss with the administration and Ngok Dinka tradi

18 Oct 2025

ON INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE, UNISFA RECOMMITS TO PEACE IN ABYEI

The United Nations Interim Force for Abyei (UNISFA) joined the world in commemorating this year’s International Day of Peace at the mission Headquarters in Abyei.

21 Sep 2025

UNISFA Efforts to Respond to Abyei Cholera Outbreak

Cholera cases continue to rise in Abyei and Kadugli, prompting UNISFA peacekeepers to launch health-focused initiatives across the mission’s Area of Operation.

19 Aug 2025

Twic and Ngok Dinka Youth Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Peace

18 Aug 2025

Maj Gen Affram Leads UNISFA Delegation on Operational Tour of Sector North and South

Acting Head of Mission and Force Commander, Maj Gen Robert Affram, led a delegation from Mission Headquarters on an operational visit to Sector South and Sector North.

06 Aug 2025

UNISFA supports efforts to de-escalate tensions, restore calm in Amiet Market

Abyei, 23 July 2025 – Joint efforts between the United Nations Interim Force for Abyei (UNISFA) and local leaders have helped to de-escalate tensions between Ngok Dinka and Misseriya communities of Abyei.

23 Jul 2025

Interview with outgoing Police Commissioner Violet Nasambu Lusala

Q: Commissioner Lusala, thank you for speaking with us. As you end your assignment with UNISFA, how would you describe your four-year experience with the mission?

17 Jul 2025