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Norwegian police officers serving with UNMISS in Juba practice friendly social distancing as a precaution against the Coronavirus.
Participating corrections officers were enthusiastic about learning more about how to work with juveniles in conflict with the law.
UN takes steps to support coronavirus prevention and preparedness in South Sudan - 18 March 2020
Previously displaced children have returned home to Gunyoro. Schooling has resumed, albeit under challenging circumstances.
Police officers in Eastern Equatoria learning about human rights laws and principles.
Ox ploughs have been delivered to women's groups in Rumbek North to enable the cultivation of larger areas.
Oath of office in one hand, the other on a Bible or Quran as 35 ministers and ten deputies were sworn into South Sudan's new cabinet on 16 March.
UNMISS Protection of Civilian (PoC) sites Update No. 269 - 16 March 2020
The crucial role of women in peace building was highlighted as International Women's Day was celebrated in Juba.
UNMISS mandate to protect civilians and build durable peace renewed until March 2021