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Apuk community try to restore peace in aftermath of intercommunal violence

More than 150 political, community, women and youth leaders have come together with traditional chiefs and cattle farmers in the Bahr El-Ghazal region to learn to how to better manage conflict during a special forum organized by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.

30 Sep 2017

Malakal Town Celebrates Cultural Diversity in Song and Dance

The sound of drums filled the air as performers whirled across the dance floor in a riot of colour, dance and song in celebration of their tribal diversity.

It was the first cultural day to be commemorated in Malakal town since the civil war broke out in South Sudan in 2013.

28 Sep 2017

UNMISS staff reach out to Juba orphans

It was a surprise that brought instant joy to the children at the Juba Orphanage when staff working for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan arrived with food and other treats to brighten their day.

28 Sep 2017

Newly arrived deputy UN chief to work with partners to “respond to the current humanitarian crisis and to find practical solutions to development challenges” in South Sudan

The newly arrived Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for South Sudan, Alain Noudéhou presented his credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, His Excellency Deng Alor Kuol, in Juba on Thursday.

28 Sep 2017

Malakal Protection of Civilians Site Hosts First Ever “Treasure Hunt”

Armed with maps, clues and a list of rules, two teams of internally displaced people, police and peacekeepers took off in search of items hidden within the bustling United Nations protection camp at Malakal.

28 Sep 2017

Rumbek Women Rally against Sexual & Gender-Based Violence at Workshop

“They should not suffer in silence.”

That is the message for women who suffered harassment, intimidation, rape and other violence from the Minister for Information and Telecommunication in the Lakes region of South Sudan.

28 Sep 2017

More than 300 people receive medical aid from Bangladeshi Peacekeepers in Wau

Dominic Deng had been sick for three days without any hope of treatment when he received the welcome news that a special clinic would be held in his village by Bangladeshi peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.

27 Sep 2017

Indian Peacekeepers provide vital veterinary services to cattle farmers in Renk

Indian peacekeepers have provided much-needed veterinary support to farmers in Renk, including treating animals for diseases and educating their owners about how to breed and raise healthy cattle.

27 Sep 2017

“No Second Chance” for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

There will be no second chance for any United Nations personnel found guilty of committing sexual exploitation and abuse as a fresh campaign is launched to prevent and respond to this kind of misconduct in South Sudan.

27 Sep 2017

Making her Mark: Female Ghanaian Peacekeeper at the Helm of Formed Police Unit

Before heading out for their afternoon patrol, a group of 25 men and women dressed in navy blue uniforms line up to receive the daily report and instructions.

27 Sep 2017

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