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Learning about intercommunal reconciliation requires good note-taking, as here, in Yambio.
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has been working with civil society groups in Yambio to empower local community leaders, faith-based organizations and youth to foster reconciliation and improve social cohesion.…
UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana taking up positions to scare away burglars at the compound of an international organization operating in Leer.
Nimble and robust action taken by Ghanaian peacekeepers based in Leer in Unity State earlier this week has most likely saved both lives and property, as they dispersed a group of armed men breaking into an international non…
An Indian peacekeeper serving with UNMISS offering students in Malakal basic computer skills.
Students at the Bandar School in Malakal have acquired new computer skills thanks to a basic, week-long course provided by peacekeepers, mostly from India, serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. “Learning how…
Residents in the Keyala area have been badly affected by intercommunal conflicts, bringing the once bustling town to a near standstill.
“I feel worn out. I am tired of these persistent conflicts, the cattle rustling and the accusations and counter accusations of who is at fault. This town is the breadbasket of our communities. This is where we share a…
The presence of Nepalese UNMISS troops is credited with reducing tensions in Cueibet County, prone to intercommunal violence.
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan is planning to extend the stay of Nepalese peacekeepers in Cueibet County in Lakes State. Their presence has been credited for the current reduction of tensions between the frequently…
More than 50 women from five villages in Eastern Equatoria State have decided to establish a peace committee to deal with local conflicts. The sleeping baby might become a future member.
Rural women in Kudo district in Eastern Equatoria State have formed a peace committee to address grassroots conflicts in their villages. “We will move from village to village to sensitize communities on the importance of…
David Shearer, Head of UNMISS, has briefed the Security Council and flagged the risk of local power vacuums and food insecurity increasing intercommunal fighting.
A continuing vacuum of power at the local government level is making it difficult to “nip in the bud” intercommunal violence ahead of the traditionally volatile dry season in South Sudan, according to the UN’s top envoy in…
Ghanaian peacekeepers providing medications, mosquito nets and medical treatment to both military personnel and civilians in Moum in Unity State.
Ghanaian peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan have provided free medical services to both military personnel and civilians in Moum in Unity State. Medications and mosquito nets were handed out…
Participants at a Kajo-Keji peace forum in Juba, organized by UNMISS.
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan has supported the validation of resolutions reached by the sons and daughters of Kajo-Keji County in Central Equatoria State in a bid to restore lasting peace in the area. “Since Kajo…
Bangladeshi peacekeepers handing over much-needed school material and sports equipment to the Catholic University in Wau.
Bangladeshi peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan have recently handed over educational material and sports equipment to the Catholic University in Wau. “We are very grateful for this support…
Lieutenant Chanate Mutagawa receives her UN medal at a ceremony in Malakal.
In recent times, Rwanda has been at the forefront of gender equality on all fronts. That peacekeeping is no exception became clear for all to see as the country’s troops based in Malakal received UN medals for their service…
Radio stations can play a vital role in raising awareness on and preventing gender-based violence of any kind, including early and forced marriages.
Communities of Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal have been sensitized on how to report incidents of sexual harassment, abuse and violence against women. This happened during a radio discussion sponsored by the United Nations Mission in…