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Joint visit of Sudan and South Sudan Resident Coordinators to Abyei

The Resident Coordinator of South Sudan, Anita Kiki Gbeho, who also serves as the UNMISS Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General (DSRSG) for Humanitarian Affairs, and the Resident Coordinator for Sudan, Cl

15 Apr 2025

CHINA QRF Medal parade honors UNISFA peacekeepers

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.

12 Mar 2025

UNPOL launches uniforms and ID cards for volunteer CPC and JPCS in Abyei and Todach

In a significant step towards to boost the Community Protection Committee (CPC) and the Joint Protection Committee (JPC) mechanism UNPOL officially launched uniforms identification cars for the CPC and JPC member in the sectors south and n

29 Jan 2025

Ngok Dinka and Misseriya Commit to Peaceful Coexistence as Abyei Post Migration Ends

The Ngok Dinka and Misseriya communities have pledged to foster to peaceful farming, grazing, and stronger inter-communal ties bonds at the end of the just concluded Post Migration Conference in Noong. The two com

17 May 2024

Misseriya and Ngok Dinka sign agreement ahead of migration season

The Misseriya and Ngok Dinka communities on 15 December, signed an agreement to prevent conflict and foster stronger ties.

16 Jan 2023

Ngok Dinka and Twic Dinka youth commit to cessation of hostilities

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

15 Apr 2025

Abyei workshop for people with disability champions inclusion

10 September - The Abyei Youth Union and the Persons with Disabilities Union (PwDU) held a workshop to address the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in Abye

02 Oct 2024

Abyei Champions Girls Rights on International Day of the Girl Child

12 October - A commemorative event to mark this year’s International Day of the Girl Child was organised in Abyei on 11 October.

12 Oct 2024

UNISFA sensitizes JCPC and Peace Actors on Mission’s Mandate

On 17 September, a UNISFA team comprising of the Civil Liaison and Public Information Offices, conducted a sensitization session for members of the Joint Community Peace Committee (JCPC), Joint Court, and Joint Protection Committee (JPC).

17 Sep 2024

Commemorating UN Day in Abyei, Strengthening Partnerships for Peace and Security

On 24 October, the UN in Abyei marked the 79th United Nations Day with a commemorative ceremony at the mission headquarters The event was attended by representatives of the Juba-appointed Administration, traditional leaders, local community, UNI

24 Oct 2024

Security Council Extends Mandate of United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei for One Year, Adopting Resolution 2760 (2024)

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

14 Nov 2024

Milestone as UNISFA Launches Pilot Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers

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.

21 Nov 2024

Promoting Mine Awareness and Peace Through Art

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.

15 Apr 2025

USG Lacroix concludes Abyei visit, reaffirms commitment to stability

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

24 Feb 2025

مجلس الأمن بشأن احتجاز واختطاف ونهب القوات التابعه لليونسفا من قبل قوات الدعم السريع

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

17 Mar 2025

Security Council Press Statement on UNISFA detention, abduction and looting by RSF

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

17 Mar 2025

UNISFA celebrates Women Peacekeepers on International Women’s Day

On 13 March, UNISFA celebrated International Women’s Day at the mission headquarters to highlight the contributions of uniformed and civilian peacekeepers to its mandate implementation.

13 Mar 2025