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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 Africa Martha Pobee last month. Situated along the boundary between Sudan and…
The United Nations Police Advisor, Mr. Faisal Shahkar, visited Abyei from 28 November to 1 December 2025, to reinforce UNISFA’s efforts to advance the rule of law, strengthen partnerships with communities and support the…
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 deaths and…
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. These initiatives, which aim to build community…
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, and…
After three days of dialogue and deliberation, the annual Ngok Dinka and Misseriya seasonal pre-migration conference concluded on 23 November in Noong, Abyei. Participants at the conference signed an agreement renewing their…
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…
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…
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. The ceremony, held under this year’s theme ‘Act Now for a…
Cholera cases continue to rise in Abyei and Kadugli, prompting UNISFA peacekeepers to launch health-focused initiatives across the mission’s Area of Operation. These efforts aim to strengthen the resilience of both…
In continuing efforts to support the Ngok and Twic Dinka youth-led peace initiative, UNISFA and UNMISS recently facilitated a virtual meeting between youth representatives from the two Ngok Dinka communities. The meeting…
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. The tour aimed to assess operational readiness and review…