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The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has reported that 767 civilians were killed, 457 injured, and 71 subjected to conflict-related sexual violence across the country over a three-month period between January and March 2026.

The UNMISS Human Rights Division says a total of 206 incidents of violence were documented during the reporting period, involving killings, injuries, abductions, and sexual violence.

The report also states that 93 people were abducted during the same period, bringing the total number of civilians affected by violence to 1,388.

According to the mission, the victims included 1,049 men, 215 women, 82 boys, and 42 girls.

Although the number of recorded incidents declined by four percent compared to the previous quarter (October to December 2025), the report notes a significant increase in the number of casualties.

UNMISS also recorded a rise in sexual and gender-based violence cases, which increased by 31 percent compared to the previous quarter and by 78 percent compared to the same period in 2025.

The mission warned that the figures reflect continued insecurity in several parts of South Sudan and the ongoing use of sexual violence in conflict settings.

Anita Kiki Gbeho, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, said the figures reflect the human cost of continued violence.

“Every statistic in this report represents the impact of continued violence on human lives, underscoring the urgent need for all parties to prioritize the protection of civilians in line with their obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law,” she said

She also called for improved access for UNMISS to affected areas to ensure proper documentation of violations and accountability for perpetrators.

“We reiterate our call to all parties to guarantee UNMISS safe and unhindered access to affected areas so that violations can be documented, investigations pursued, and accountability delivered,” she added.

The mission says it will continue monitoring and reporting on human rights violations across the country.