The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has announced the construction of a new temporary operating base in the Tambura region, aimed at strengthening peace efforts and protection for civilians in the area.
According to Emmanuel Dukundane, UNMISS Civil Affairs Officer, the move is strategic in deepening the mission’s presence on the ground. “This signifies a lot because we have a lot of resources and by positioning ourselves in that new temporary operating base, we can do more patrols and do more engagements and facilitate peace mediation and peace processes on the ground,” he said.
The base comes in response to a series of violent clashes that have plagued Tambura and the surrounding region since 2021. UNMISS noted that recurrent intercommunal violence in Greater Tambura has claimed numerous lives and forced thousands of residents to abandon their homes. Many of those displaced are currently seeking refuge in camps for internally displaced people (IDPs), where humanitarian needs remain acute.
Peacekeepers have intensified vehicle patrols and increased visibility in volatile areas as part of efforts to deter further violence and reassure communities living under threat. The mission says the temporary base will allow for faster response to flare-ups and provide a platform for deeper engagement with community leaders to advance reconciliation.
South Sudan continues to grapple with the legacy of a devastating civil war that erupted shortly after its independence in 2011. The conflict killed nearly 400,000 people, destroyed livelihoods, and pushed sections of the country into famine. Despite a fragile peace deal, localized violence remains a major obstacle to stability.
The oil-rich nation also faces staggering economic challenges. Endemic corruption, coupled with heavy reliance on foreign aid, has undermined recovery. The situation worsened after international assistance was reduced in recent years, including sweeping cuts made by the Trump administration.
With the new base in Tambura, UNMISS hopes to enhance its ability to protect civilians, facilitate dialogue, and contribute to restoring peace in one of the most fragile corners of the young nation.
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