UNMIL supports a Waste Recycling Project in Monrovia
Monrovia – A waste recycling project, dubbed Waste to Wealth kicked-off today in Monrovia. Green Cities Inc. is implementing the project with support from the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) Quick Impact Project. The project aims to create income generation for 100 youth from 10 slum…
UNIFIL joins Lebanon’s 74th Independence Day parade
UNIFIL joined the 74th Lebanese Independence Day parade in Beirut today, with UN peacekeepers marching together with the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF). Senior UNIFIL officials, including the Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Michael Beary, joined senior Government and LAF officials in…
UN hails conviction of Mladic, the 'epitome of evil,' a momentous victory for justice
Welcoming today’s conviction of former Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic on multiple counts of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes by an international tribunal, the United Nations top human right official said that the verdict is “a warning” to perpetrators of such crimes that…
UN hails conviction of Mladic, the 'epitome of evil,' as momentous victory for justice
Welcoming today's conviction of former Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic on multiple counts of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes by an international tribunal, the United Nations top human rights official said that the verdict is “a warning” to perpetrators of such crimes that…
Chinese Engineers begin repair work on main supply route in Kuajok
Chinese Engineers begin repair work on main supply route in Kuajok A major project to repair the main supply route in the north-western region of South Sudan is now underway by Chinese engineers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The 214-kilmetre road is the only viable…
South Sudanese women leaders urged to be peace advocates in their communities
South Sudanese women leaders urged to be peace advocates in their communities Women leaders from across the capital Juba are participating in a two-day forum to empower them as important actors in the peace process in their workplaces, homes and communities. The forum, organised by the United…
UNMIL supports dialogue on election security in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County
On 17 November 2017, UNMIL supported the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia Law Enforcement Association to convene a dialogue on the role of security sector institutions in promoting a peaceful, democratic and transparent election at the Bassa Women's Association in Buchanan. One hundred…
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL REMARKS ON INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN [as delivered]
New York, 22 November 2017 Every woman and every girl has the right to a life free of violence. Yet this rupture of human rights occurs in a variety of ways in every community. It particularly affects those who are most marginalized and most vulnerable. As it was just said, around the world, more…
SRSG Tanin Welcomes New KFOR Commander, MG Salvatore Cuoci
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Zahir Tanin, hosted today the new Commander of KFOR, MG Salvatore Cuoci, for a meeting at UNMIK Headquarters. In welcoming BG Cuoci to Kosovo, SRSG Tanin emphasized the importance of continued close cooperation between UNMIK and…
UNFICYP #Respect Campaign gathers steam
NICOSIA, 23 November 2017 - UNFICYP’s #Respect Campaign is well underway, kicking off with a Town Hall on Monday 20 November and then a series of talks on Wednesday 22 November at UNFICYP HQ. On Monday, after remarks at the Town Hall by UNFICYP’s Head of Mission, Ms. Elizabeth Spehar, and Chief of…
Jonglei women appealing for greater role in ending conflict and building peace in South Sudan
Jonglei women appealing for greater role in ending conflict and building peace in South Sudan Women in the Jonglei region want the opportunity to play a greater role in resolving ongoing violence and building sustainable peace in South Sudan. Speaking at a one-day forum in Bor, organized by the…
Indian veterinarians launch ‘Treat and Educate” campaign in Melut
Indian veterinarians launch ‘Treat and Educate” campaign in Melut Farmers raising livestock in the Upper Nile region have been provided with much-needed veterinary aid and training by a team from the Indian Battalion serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. The Indian veterinary team…