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UNMISS facilitates a strategic planning exercise to support development and stability in Central Equatoria
A three-day forum facilitated by UNMISS in Juba, South Sudan, brought together all stakeholders in Central Equatoria state, to discuss contributions to a peaceful, prosperous state. Photo by Moses Pasi/UNMISS. UNMISS recently…

Thousands in Kuajok attend peace concert celebrating 10 years of South Sudan’s independence
After years of conflict and then, the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of people in Kuajok, South Sudan, came together at a peace concert organized jointly by UNMISS and the state government to celebrate a decade of this young…

UNMISS partners with state government in Eastern Equatoria to celebrate a decade of South Sudan’s independence
Some 3,000 people across Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, came together in a colorful and heartfelt celebration marking the 10-year independence anniversary of this young nation. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. “At this…

Mıstıki Araz: “In Cyprus – we are capable, we lack opportunities, not knowledge!”
Mıstıki Araz is a 18-year-old peace activist from Cyprus, who is helping to find new ways to break stereotypes and challenge the historical narratives he was taught since his childhood. Acknowledging that there is still a lot…

Anna Michael: The UN’s support is crucial in bringing young people together to build peace
Anna Michael is a 29-year-old Cypriot who is passionate about supporting young people to find their path and join the labour market through counselling and education. She works as part of the YOUTHShare project, which is…

Yei residents plant trees to highlight a culture of peace as South Sudan marks 10 years of Independence
More than 50 people in Yei planted some 80 fruits and non-fruit trees at different locations to commemorate a decade of South Sudan's independence.Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS. “Trees are eternal; they provide shade…

Hope blossoms at launch of joint UNMISS and Government of South Sudan Peace Fellows Program
On 15 July 2021, UNMISS launched its Peace Fellows Program, a joint initiative with South Sudan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The forward-looking project harnesses the power of young Peace…
Ituri: MONUSCO and UNDP Support the Fight against Impunity for Crimes against the Peace and Security of Humanity
Ituri: MONUSCO and UNDP Support the Fight against Impunity for Crimes against the Peace and Security of Humanity. Photo MONUSCO/Jean-Tobie Okala MONUSCO and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), in collaboration with…

UNPOL builds local policing capacity to investigate crimes related to sexual violence
UNPOL officers serving with UNMISS recently held a refresher training for their national police counterparts on dealing with cases related to sexual- or gender-based violence. Photo by Moses Pasi/UNMISS “I have learned a lot…

THE SECRETARY-GENERAL -- MESSAGE ON NELSON MANDELA INTERNATIONAL DAY 18 July 2021
Nelson Mandela International Day 2021 Nelson Mandela International Day is an opportunity to reflect on the life and legacy of a legendary global advocate for dignity, equality, justice and human rights. Each year, on this day…
