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Radio Miraya brings women’s voices to the forefront in Yambio

WESTERN EQUATORIA – “When women hold power, they provide essential perspectives that advance social justice, education, healthcare, and economic development.” Ann Tuna Richard is one of few women to hold that power in Western Equatoria. As the Speaker of the State’s legislative assembly, her success inspires others to try and secure influential roles in the executive branch of government. However, there are many hurdles to overcome in reaching…

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The United Nations Mission works with the people of South Sudan to protect civilians and build durable peace.

Almost 20,000 peacekeepers serve with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan to protect civilians and build durable peace in the conflict-affected country.

The civilian, police and military personnel from 73 countries carry out many duties under the mandate provided by the United Nations Security Council. Their work falls under four main pillars: protection of civilians, creating conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance, supporting the implementation of the revitalized agreement and the peace process, and monitoring and investigating human rights.

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Radio Miraya is the radio station of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Listen to Radio Miraya through TuneIn or AudioBoom.
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All United Nations personnel, Volunteers and contractual workers are expected to uphold the highest standards of professional and personal conduct. Learn more including how to report personnel misconduct.

United Nations Mission in South Sudan

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan works to protect civilians, facilitate the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, promote human rights, and build durable peace.