EASTERN EQUATORIA- The return of refugees and internally displaced persons to their homes is good news, but with an increased population comes a growing demand for basic services as well.
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It sure felt like Christmas for women in Moli-Tokuro when they received a new, UNMISS-funded maternity ward. Photos: Okello James/UNMISS
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One of the female footballers demonstrating both a new kit and good control of the (also new) ball with her team mates in Wau practicing in the background. Photos: Alahayi Nemaya/UNMISS
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