South Sudan is experiencing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, and violent conflict continues to occur.
United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Personnel: Up to 3
UNMISS was established in 2011 following South Sudan’s declaration of independence. Its mission is currently focused on protecting civilians, supporting the delivery of humanitarian assistance, supporting peace processes, and upholding human rights. Prior to South Sudan’s independence and the creation of UNMISS, New Zealand contributed personnel to the United Nations Mission in Sudan from 2005 – 2011.
New Zealand Defence Force personnel are deployed in South Sudan’s capital city Juba, conducting support and planning functions at UNMISS headquarters. By participating in this peacekeeping mission, New Zealand contributes to collective security efforts and provides a small but tangible demonstration of New Zealand’s commitment to peace and security in Africa and to addressing humanitarian need.
For more information about UNMISS go to: https://unmiss.unmissions.org/en
The mandate for this deployment expires on 30 September 2028.