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Displaced boys and girls in Bentiu receive volleyball training by UN peacekeepers

Nyayida Osama is one of more than 40 volleyball-playing boys and girls staying at the UN protection site in Bentiu who is being coached by Cambodian peacekeepers to promote unity and peaceful interaction between youth.

11 Jul 2018

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Malakal celebrates South Sudan’s independence anniversary for the first time since 2013

On 9 July, citizens in Malakal in central Upper Nile celebrated the seventh anniversary of the independence of South Sudan. This was the first time the day was commemorated since war broke out in 2013.

11 Jul 2018

OHCHR | UN demands justice for civilians deliberately and ruthlessly targeted in attacks in South Sudan

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10 Jul 2018

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UN SRSG for Sexual Violence in Conflict condemns use of rape as a tactic of war in South Sudan

Thousands of women and girls across South Sudan have suffered rape and other abuse during the brutal civil war which erupted in 2013.

10 Jul 2018

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UN and AU “solidarity” mission says hope for peace and nation-building remains alive in South Sudan

During its eight months of operation, a clinic at the Juba Teaching Hospital has already received more than 1,300 women and children seeking treatment for injuries and trauma caused by sexual violence.

05 Jul 2018

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Bangladeshi peacekeepers awarded UN medals for their service in Wau and Kuajok

Thousands of miles away from home, in the service of peace in South Sudan. It is clear to for all to see the pride and beaming smiles of the 850 Bangladeshi peacekeepers when they received UN medals for their commitment to serve the organization and the people of the country.

05 Jul 2018

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UNMISS transports fistula-affected women to Bentiu for treatment

Rebecca Simon spent 18 years without a single child. She traveled to Kenya, Uganda and Sudan, but was unable to find a doctor who could treat her condition.

04 Jul 2018

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Visiting Malakal, UN Special Envoy for Sexual Violence in Conflict urges reparations for victims and end to impunity

A delegation led by United Nations Special Representative for Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Pramila Patten, has visited the town of Malakal, in South Sudan’s Upper Nile region.

04 Jul 2018