UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan

Our latest inquiry report finds that #SouthSudan's political and military leaders are dismantling the peace agreement, driving the country toward full-scale war and mass atrocity crimes To read in full : shorturl.at/WESGD For Easy-Read: shorturl.at/ZC2c1 #SSOX

The Commission on Human Rights in #SouthSudan (@UNCHRSS) expressed grave concern over the discovery of bodies found during road work in Jonglei State, warning that the true cost of the country’s violence may be far greater than currently known. More ➡️ bit.ly/4mxqebU

🔵 Boys abducted in Juba 🔵 Forced to fight in Upper Nile Our investigations found that in #SouthSudan, govt forces carried out forced recruitment of boys & young men Many taken from Juba & sent to conflict zones Some were killed; others released only after ransom #SSOX

🔵 Civilians burned alive 🔵 Children & women targeted In #SouthSudan, fighting in Upper Nile and Jonglei saw airstrikes, executions, and sexual violence against civilians Half a million displaced Read Full Analysis: shorturl.at/WESGD #SSOX

🔵 Escalating violence 🔵 Civilians under attack In #SouthSudan, fighting in Western Equatoria State saw targeted violence, abductions, child recruitment, and sexual violence in 2025 Political power struggles fuelled conflict — impunity keeps it going #SSOX

#HRC61 | Draft resolution A/HRC/61/L.19 on advancing human rights in #SouthSudan was ADOPTED.

Our investigations documented airstrikes near the capital and the bombing of an MSF hospital in Old Fangak in #SouthSudan Barrels of flammable liquid were dropped from aircraft, burning homes and civilians No one held accountable Full Analysis: shorturl.at/WESGD #SSOX

🔵Airstrikes across 7 states 🔵Civilians under fire In #SouthSudan, our investigations found government-led airstrikes targeting civilian areas in 2025 Incendiary devices dropped from aircraft burned homes, hospitals & people Read our Analysis: shorturl.at/WESGD #SSOX

A distinguished son of South Africa, Fink’s legacy will endure — strengthening our resolve to continue the pursuit of peace, justice, dignity, accountability, and a sustainable future for #SouthSudan May he now find eternal rest after a life of extraordinary service #SSOX

“It’s not just the @UN that lost a leader, humanity has lost one of its truest champions.” #UNMISS colleagues pay tribute to Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in #SouthSudan 🇸🇸. His extraordinary contributions to peace will continue to inspire us🕊️

Secretary-General @antonioguterres deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Nicholas “Fink” Haysom – a principled lawyer, tireless peacemaker & steadfast champion of the values of the @UN. Full statement: un.org/sg/en/content/…

Nicholas Haysom devoted his life to justice, dialogue and reconciliation, the UN chief @antonioguterres said, describing the top South African lawyer-turned diplomat who passed away Thursday as a 'remarkable colleague, friend and mentor.' news.un.org/en/story/2026/…

#UNMISS mourns the loss of our Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Nicholas Haysom, who inspired all those whose lives he touched with his principled leadership, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to peace in #SouthSudan 🇸🇸. tinyurl.com/3zre5n3k

🔵 Peace unravelling 🔵 Conflict spreading Escalating violence, political detentions, regional military involvement, and deepening economic crisis are pushing #SouthSudan to renewed war The risks of mass atrocities are rising Read our Analysis: shorturl.at/WESGDFor #SSOX

🔵 Peace deal collapsing 🔵 Civilians paying the price Our investigations show #SouthSudan sliding toward renewed conflict Airstrikes, mass displacement, forced recruitment of children & grand corruption are driving the crisis Easy-Read Summary➡️ shorturl.at/ZC2c1 #SSOX

"#SouthSudan is sliding toward renewed and potentially catastrophic conflict," @UNCHRSS Chair Yasmin Sooka told the @UN Human Rights Council She warned that "the risks now extend beyond South Sudan." #HRC61

#SouthSudan is one of the world’s forgotten crises. Civilians bear the brunt of ongoing violence and face deepening political uncertainty. The country's leaders need to put its people first, end the fighting and build peace. ➡️ My @UN_HRC statement ohchr.org/en/statements-…

The @UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan (@UNCHRSS) said in a new report today that #SouthSudan's political and military leaders are driving the country towards a full-scale war and mass atrocity crimes. #HRC61 Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3N6N1y3

🔴 NOW at #HRC61 Enhanced interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in #SouthSudan, with the participation of - @UNHumanRights chief @volker_turk - the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan (@UNCHRSS) Watch LIVE⤵️ webtv.un.org/en/asset/k16/k…

Important discussion with H.E. Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro, President of @UN_HRC on the escalating crisis in #SouthSudan and the key findings of our annual inquiry report ahead of its release tomorrow Underscored the need for urgent action & sustained global attention #SSOX