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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…
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 and call…
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…
12 October - A commemorative event to mark this year’s International Day of the Girl Child was organised in Abyei on 11 October. Local leaders and partners stressed the urgent need to double efforts to support girls'…
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 Abyei and brainstorm solutions for greater inclusion in all…
In the wake of heavy rainfall that has resulted in flooding in Abyei, and left communities in urgent need of assistance, UNISFA peacekeepers are stepping up to provided much needed support. The relentless heavy rains in the…
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…
On 12 August, a UNISFA delegation led by the Acting Head of Mission/Force Commander, Major General Robert Affram arrived in Juba on a four-day official visit. The visit aimed to formerly extend introductory courtesies to the…
In continuing efforts to promote rule of law and restore traffic orderliness in Abyei, has launched a project to equip the traffic unit of the Community Protection Committee (CPC) with key road safety tips. This initiative…
As part of his familiarization tour of the Area of Operation, the Acting Head of Mission/Force Commander, Major General Robert Yaw Affram, along with the Mission Leadership Team visited Diffra on 18 July to gain insight into…
As part of efforts to boost security in the southern part of Abyei, UNISFA has inaugurated a permanent camp in Rumamier. Constructed in a record six weeks, by Vietnamese Engineers and the Mission Support Division, the new…
On 21 to 24 May, the Ag Head of Mission/Force Commander Major General Benjamin Sawyerr and UNISFA leadership team visited Juba and held high-level meetings with officials of the Government of South Sudan (GOSS). The…