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“The political process between the Sudan and South Sudan on Abyei and border issues remains stalled,” warned UN Assistant Secretary-General for A
The United Nations Police Advisor, Mr.
The Ghanaian Battalion (GHANBATT) has stepped up security and humanitarian efforts in Sector South ahead of the 2025 seasonal migration and following recent clashes at Athony Junction, which resulted in several dea
Several initiatives focusing on environment, agriculture, and youth have been rolled out by the Indian Battalion (INDBATT) in their area of operation in sector center.
At the official launch of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on 25 November, UNISFA joined local leaders in calling for renewed, collective efforts to end violence against women, girls, families,
After three days of dialogue and deliberation, the annual Ngok Dinka and Misseriya seasonal pre-migration conference concluded on 23 November in Noong, Abyei.
On 16 October, the Under Secretary General for Peacekeeping Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, visited Abyei to discuss with the administration and Ngok Dinka traditional leadership the impact of the ongoing UN Peacekeepin
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.
Cholera cases continue to rise in Abyei and Kadugli, prompting UNISFA peacekeepers to launch health-focused initiatives across the mission’s Area of Operation.
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.
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.
As part of its continued engagement with the Abyei community, UNISFA has supported several key infrastructure developments across Abyei.
UNPOL launches farming project at the Abyei detention facility
New York, 27 May 2025 – The United Nations has announced the 2024 recipients of the Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award and the Woman Police Officer of the
UNISFA held prestigious Medal Parade to honor the dedication and service of its peacekeepers. The CHINA Quick Reaction Force conducted the medal ceremony on 12 March 2025.
In a significant step towards ending more than three years of conflict, youth leaders of the Ngok Dinka community of Abyei and the Twic Dinka community of Warrap State in South Sudan have signed an agreement committing to an immediate cess
The Security Council on 14 November decided to extend the mandate of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) until 15 November 2025 to maintain the Force’s authorized troop and police ceilings
UNISFA has officially joined the Pilot Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers. A launch ceremony was held at the mission headquarters on 21 November, marking a significant step towards the attainment of gender parity and inclusion.
12 October - A commemorative event to mark this year’s International Day of the Girl Child was organised in Abyei on 11 October.
In a powerful blend of education and creativity, the UNISFA, marked the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action with a week-long initiative promoting peace through art.
Abyei, 24 February 2025 – The Under Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, has concluded a two-day visit to Abyei, reaffirming commitment to the implementation of UN
أدان أعضاء مجلس الأمن بشدة احتجاز قوات الدعم السريع في 28 فبراير/شباط لأكثر من 60 من قوات حفظ السلام التابعة للأمم المتحدة، واختطاف ثمانية مدنيين مسلحين، ونهب قافلة لوجستية تابعة لقوة الأمم المتحدة الأمنية المؤقتة لأبيي (اليونيسفا) مكونة من ثماني مركبات و280 ألف
The members of the Security Council unequivocally condemned the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) February 28 detention of over 60 UN peacekeepers, armed abduction of eight civilian personnel and looting of a United Nations Interim Security F
UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, Martha Pobee, at the Security Council (file photo).
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.
Applause, dust, and relief filled the air as the Abyei people gathered at Banton Bridge on River Kiir's edge. The bridge that linked families, markets, and UNISFA patrols had largely been broken and was in a state of disrepair for months,
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