International Women’s Day inspiration: “We have the right to be heard”, says Maria Angelo
Maria Angelo, a 27-year-old political activist in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state, hopes to see her fellow women taking part in her country’s ongoing peace and political processes, asserting their rights. Photo by Emmanuel Kele…
UNIFIL Indian vets treat livestock caught in exchanges of fire
The ongoing exchanges of fire between Lebanese territory and Israel have claimed too many lives, inflicted life-changing injuries, and caused significant damage to houses and public infrastructure along the Blue Line. The…
Women’s participation in peace processes is not only a right, it's the way to lasting peace
This story was written by Lesley Myers, Editor for UN peacekeeping’s Strategic Communications team. Lesley is a political analyst and strategic planner with over 15 years’ experience in data-driven politics, development, and…
MINURSO CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
On 08 March, MINURSO held a military parade at MINURSO HQ in Laayoune on the occasion of International Women's Day in the presence of SRSG and Head of MINURSO Alexander Ivanko, the Deputy Force Commander, Brigadier-General…
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL -- MESSAGE FOR THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate women and girls around the world, and we applaud all they have achieved in the fight for equality. Women and girls have made great gains – demolishing barriers, dismantling…
Cambodian military commander embodies continuous learning, writes UNMISS history
Colonel Maysaros Chea, Commanding Officer of the peacekeeping mission’s Military Police contingent, is proud of her gender-balanced staff. Photos: Nektarios Markogiannis/UNMISS. “I used to be a kindergarten teacher and loved…
International Women’s Day in Mundri: Calls for empowerment to achieve gender equality
Cultural performances embellished the celebration of International Women’s Day in Mundri, Western Equatoria. Photos by Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA - A colourful parade, traditional dancing, drama performances, and…
UNMISS livestock health campaign in Unity treats thousands of beasts, sustains livelihoods
In a year-long, ongoing livestock health campaign, peacekeeping veterinaries from Ghana have so far treated more than 23,000 animals across Unity State. Photo by Peter Bateman/UNMISS. UNITY STATE – In South Sudan, livestock…
UNMISS-funded police post boosts security and rule of law in Magwi County
A handover of a newly constructed police post by UNMISS through its Quick Impact Projects programme has brought confidence to residents in Magwi County. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. EASTERN EQUATORIA – Residents in Magwi…
Mariam demands equal political representation for women: “Why should we settle for less than half?”
During an inter-university debate competition, Mariam Dafalla Taban discovered her talent for public speaking. These days, she is using it to advocate for the rights of girls and women. Photos by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle…
Kajo-Keji conference seeks to reconcile communities to chart common destiny of peace
Some 500 people recently gathered for a reconciliation conference in Kajo-Keji, Central Equatoria State. Photo: James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – The people of Kajo-Keji County have pledged to mend ties to chart a…
PR: MONUSCO condemns the attack that wounded 8 peacekeepers in Saké (North Kivu)
Kinshasa, March 16, 2024: The Head of MONUSCO, Ms. Bintou Keita, condemns in the strongest possible terms the attack on peacekeepers that took place on March 16 in Saké. Eight peacekeepers were wounded, one of them seriously…