Local authorities and livestock owners in Melut celebrate UNMISS-funded veterinary clinic
UNMISS has handed over a veterinary clinic in Melut, through its Quick Impact Projects programme. The main objectives: To enable livestock owners receive proper treatment for their animals and promote peaceful coexistence. Photo by Samson Liberty/UNMISS. UPPER NILE – In Melut, Upper Nile, animal…
United Nations Police use school sports to advocate for principles of fair play in Torit
Fair play on and off the pitch was on the agenda when police officers serving with UNMISS visited a secondary school in Torit. Photos: Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS EASTERN EQUATORIA - More than 80 students at the Bishop Akio Memorial Secondary School in Torit in Eastern Equatoria have practiced…
SRSG Ziadeh meets the leader of the Roman Catholic religious community in Kosovo, Bishop Dodë Gjergji
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh, met with Bishop Dodë Gjergji of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Prizren-Pristina, in Pristina. The SRSG and the Bishop exchanged views on interfaith dialogue and the importance of confidence-building among all…
SRSG Ziadeh meets the Swiss Ambassador Thomas Kolly
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh, met with the Ambassador of Switzerland, Mr. Thomas Kolly, at UNMIK Headquarters. SRSG Ziadeh and Ambassador Kolly discussed political developments in Kosovo and the region, and touched upon possible areas of…
UNMISS Statement on Escalating Violence in Unity State and Appeals for Calm
Juba, 25 February 2021: The United Nations Mission in South Sudan is appealing to national and local leaders, and armed groups to immediately stop the violence in Unity State. Fighting that began in Mirmir Payam, Unity State, between the Sudan People's Liberation Army in Opposition and armed youths…
Escalating feuds between cattle keepers and farmers in Magwi lead to a volatile situation, UNMISS steps up engagements
Disputes between farming communities in Magwi, Eastern Equatoria, and cattle herders have led to some 3,000 people reportedly being displaced last week. UNMISS is stepping up engagements with local, state and national authorities as well as working with humanitarian partners to reduce tensions and…
In Koch, UNMISS partners with Reconciliation, Stabilization and Resilience Trust Fund to encourage peace and development
Celebrations were in order for communities in Koch as UNMISS joined the ranks of partners contributing to the South Sudan Multi Partner Trust Fund for Reconciliation, Stabilization, and Resilience's efforts to encourage peaceful coexistence and help residents rebuild their lives. Photo by Roseline…
MINURSO said goodbye to “our Constance.”
On 28 January 2022, MINURSO paused all operations as SRSG Alexander Ivanko and Force Commander Major General Zia Ur Rehman presided over a solemn ceremony held in Laayoune and watched online by the entire mission. After remarks by mission leadership, Ghana’s national anthem and “Last Post” were…
UNMISS trains Upper Nile State chiefs on bridging customary and statutory law
When local chiefs met in Malakal to discuss how traditional and formal justice can work together, the question of female representation among local community leadership structures. Photos: Nyang Touch/UNMISS How can chiefs be successful intermediaries between local governments and normal citizens…
Young Cypriot students present intercommunal ideas for a sustainable future on the island
On 27 February, the Intercommunal Social Entrepreneurship Competition came to its conclusion with 35 students from all communities of Cyprus in an online selection of their best business ideas. In total, eight teams presented their initiatives to a judging panel who reviewed the concepts and efforts…
Major General Aroldo Lázaro takes up duties as UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander
UNIFIL held a ceremony at its headquarters in Naqoura today to officially transfer authority from outgoing Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Stefano Del Col of Italy to Major General Aroldo Lázaro Sáenz of Spain. Before handing over command, Major General Del Col applauded the…
SRSG ZIADEH MEETS THE NORWAY AMBASSADOR JENS ERIK GRØNDAHL
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh, met with the Ambassador of Norway, Mr. Jens Erik Grøndahl at UNMIK Headquarters. SRSG Ziadeh and Ambassador Grøndahl discussed efforts to support the EU-facilitated dialogue towards normalization of relations…