The infrastructure was implemented through the Prison Administration Support Section of the MONUSCO office in Beni.
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MONUSCO provide Beni with a secure medical pavilion for sick inmates at the general referral hospital
The pavilion was built with the support of MONUSCO to facilitate medical care for detainees.
Two Peacekeepers to be Honoured with UN Peacekeeping’s Highest Award
UN Secretary-General to honour two peacekeepers with the Captain Mbaye Diagne Medal for Exceptional Courage. NEW YORK, 28 May 2026 - The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres will award the Captain Mbaye Diagne…
Hear Us, Act Now – UNMISS launches youth-led campaign for peace in Juba
JUBA – With one of the world’s youngest populations, youth in South Sudan are disproportionately impacted by conflict, losing their lives as well as access to education, health services, and professional opportunities. To…
International Day of UN Peacekeepers | UN Secretary-General's Message
Right now, more than 50,000 UN peacekeepers are deployed across the globe protecting civilian lives. Far from home, in some of the world’s most dangerous settings, they deescalate tensions between hostile parties, oversee aid…
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United Nations Secretary-General's message on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers 2026
The International Day of UN Peacekeepers, marked every year on 29 May, is an opportunity to honour peacekeepers for their service and sacrifice. These women and men face real risks in the line of duty, and their safety and…
United Nations Announces 2025 Recipients of Top Military and Police Peacekeeping Awards
New York, 28 May 2026 - The United Nations has announced the 2025 recipients of its Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award and Woman Police Officer of the Year Award. Major Abhilasha Barak of India will receive the…
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Delayed diplomacy in Ukraine deepens the threat to regional and international peace and security, ASG Khiari warns
Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific Khaled Khiari Remarks to the Security Council on Ukraine New York, 28 May 2026 Mr. President, As the Secretary-General just stated…
From crimes to crops – Former inmate uses new skills for second chances
WAU – “Our path may be set, but we can choose peace to inform our futures.” A few years ago, Makol Makuang found himself tied to chains in a prison cell in Wau after a money-related dispute escalated. Today, he walks through…
Sergeant Matias Reyes, from Uruguay, will receive the United Nations Mbaye Diagne Medal on June 5.
Sergeant Matias Reyes of MONUSCO to receive the Mbaye Diagne medal for exceptional courage
In Goma in January 2025, Sergeant Matias Reyes repeatedly braved heavy gunfire and rescued wounded Congolese soldiers.
Press release on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers
International Day of UN Peacekeepers highlights the urgent need to invest in peace UN Secretary-General to honour fallen peacekeepers and bestow the Captain Mbaye Diagne Medal for Exceptional Courage, Woman Police Officer and…
On Peacekeepers’ Day, UNIFIL reaffirms commitment and hope for stability
On the occasion of the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, UNIFIL held a solemn ceremony at its Naqoura headquarters today. This year’s commemoration came against the backdrop of a significantly deteriorated…
29 May 2026: The United Nations celebrates the annual UN Peacekeepers Day
The International Day of UN Peacekeepers, marked every year on 29 May, is an opportunity to honor peacekeepers for their service