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By: Samira Y. Salifu Lieutenant Commander Germán Daniel Iguarán is an Argentine naval officer who firmly believes in embracing other cultures to cultivate peaceful societies. Having contributed to many of his country’s…
On 15 August, MINURSO raised the South Korean national flag at the Mission HQ in Laayoune to mark the country’s Independence Day which marks the end of 35 years of Japanese colonial rule. It is celebrated nationwide through…
On August 12th, Abyei's youth, in collaboration with UNISFA, organized the inaugural event to commemorate this year’s International Youth Day. The event, held at the youth union, marked the commencement of a week-long series…
The United Nations Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) is gearing up for a significant milestone, as it readies itself for its scheduled withdrawal from Mali on 31 December 2023. The departure is not just about leaving; it's also about…
Recently, thanks to an innovative community stabilization and violence reduction project funded by the South Sudan Multi-Partner Trust Fund for Reconciliation, Stabilization, and Resilience (RSRTF), hope for a more peaceful…
By: Samira Y. Salifu As a child, Anna Lewe would see United Nations vehicles pass by in her village of Mardi located in the Western Equatoria State of South Sudan. She recalls marveling at the sight of selfless men and women…
By: Samira Y. Salifu Private Kylie Friel, a 24-year-old in the Irish Defence Forces and originally from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland, serves with the 67 Infantry Group of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force…
The Under Secretary General (USG), Special Coordinator on Improving the UN Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, Christian Saunders, has stressed the crucial role of leadership in effectively combating sexual…
On August 8th, UNISFA handed over two fully completed water handpumps, to the Bokchop IDPs Camp and Nhom Akoon Village, during a ceremony held in the two villages. The event was officiated by OiC Ag HoM/FC, Brig General Aby…
Everyone in Rumbek was there for the handing over of an UNMISS-funded Quick Impact Project. Photo: James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS LAKES – One of numerous benefits of a peaceful environment is that it allows for time and effort…
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[As delivered] RJMEC Chair, Excellencies and Distinguished Guests, I thank the RJMEC for the opportunity to brief you today.Since our last meeting, President Kiir in his statement on Martyrs’ Day acknowledged that the country…
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[As delivered] RJMEC Chair, Excellencies and Distinguished Guests, I thank the RJMEC for the opportunity to brief you today.Since our last meeting, President Kiir in his statement on Martyrs’ Day acknowledged that the country…