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 in the name of peace.
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Women in Eastern Equatoria State are determined to gain more political influence by more cooperation and sharing of information between them.
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This new borehole and pump, provided by UNVs based in Rumbek, will greatly benefit 400 families residing in the area.
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UNMISS police officers in Aweil raising awareness on how to report sexual abuse and incidents of forced and/or early marriages.
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Major Chetna and her fellow Indian peacekeepers receiving UN medals for their service.