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UNMISS sensitizes residents of Twic county in Warrap on the Revitalized Peace Agreement
A recent workshop facilitated by the Civil Affairs Division of UNMISS in Turalei, Twic county, sought to raise awareness among youth, women, community leaders and members on the need to implement the provisions of the…
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Running for harmony: Residents of Morobo celebrate International Day of Peace
UNMISS and local communities in Morobo, Central Equatoria, came together to organize a 5-kilometer run to mark International Day of Peace. Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS. “I’m really happy to participate in this run and am…
UNPOL officers train women officers from local police, prison services as well as women’s representatives on sexual- and gender-based violence
UNPOL officers serving with UNMISS in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, recently trained representatives drawn from local police, the prisons system and women's representatives on available support for survivors of sexual…
“We are building peace, but we need development” say residents of Ibotu in Eastern Equatoria
An integrated UNMISS patrol travelled to Gunyoro to meet with community members and hear their concerns. Photo by Samira Y. Salifu/UNMISS. A team of integrated UN peacekeepers recently headed to Gunyoro, which lies some 20…
Senior commanders in Ashwa cantonment site call for increased training on the six grave violations against children
UNMISS, through its Child Protection Section, recently trained some 25 senior commanders of South Sudanese forces in Ashwa, Eastern Equatoria, on upholding the rights of children. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. “On behalf of…
Free veterinary camp by UNMISS peacekeepers from India wins hearts and minds in Renk
Indian veterinarians serving with UNMISS recently treated more than 2,000 animals belonging to livestock owners in Renk, Upper Nile. Breeding animals is one of the primary sources of livelihood for local communities across…
UNMISS organizes peace dialogue to resolve longstanding intercommunal conflict in Rumbek
A two-day peacebuilding dialogue facilitated by UNMISS in partnership with the state Ministry for Peacebuilding in Rumbek, ended with recommendations for free movement of people, sharing of resources, formation of special…
UNMISS trains traditional and community leaders in Morobo on localized provisions of the Revitalized Peace Agreement
UNMISS recently teamed up with local authorities in Morobo, Central Equatoria, to host a much-needed workshop to explain to a cross-section of residents the provisions of the Revitalized Peace Agreement and how these impact…
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Calls for peace and unity resonate as communities in Bentiu gather to celebrate International Day of Peace
Commemorations for Peace Day in Unity state harnessed the power of music, poetry, drama and speeches by young people to galvanize support for durable security and stability. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS. “We must…
Forum to enhance understanding of the Revitalized Peace Agreement witnesses encouraging response in Kuajok
Some 80 people in Kuajok engaged in spirited discussions on the need to implement all provisions of the Revitalized Peace Agreement at a forum jointly facilitated by UNMISS and the United Nations Multi-partner Fund. Photo by…