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Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers Force Commander Renk protecting civilians humanitarian violence displaced people

Stephen Deng fled the fighting in Sudan and is one of 780,000 returnees and refugees who have sought sanctuary in Renk, South Sudan. UNMISS peacekeepers are helping to ensure the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, protecting civilians, and deterring violence amongst diverse communities living in congested conditions in transit and displacement camps. Photo by Francesca Mold/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers International Peace Day Run Marathon

Over a thousand participants, mostly students, gathered at Freedom Square in Tambura, Western Equatoria, to celebrate International Youth Day through fun-filled activities to promote unity, peace, and recovery. Photo by Phillip Mbugo/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers International Youth Day positive change Sport Art messages of peace innovation

Celebrating International Youth Day in Eastern Equatoria, UNMISS partnered with the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports to showcase innovative young performers conveying messages of peace through art. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers elections justice virtual court accountability

In a historic first for South Sudan, virtual court proceedings have been successfully conducted in Malakal, ensuring greater accountability and access to justice for all. Photo by Nyang Lieth/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers Tonj inter-communal conflicts peaceful resolutions disputes Warrap reconciliation

During a visit to East Tonj, the UNMISS Head of Kuajok Field Office and Warrap State Government emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law to resolve disputes, given the surge in inter-communal conflicts. Photo by Peter Ring Ariik Kuol/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers Nepal pinning medal peace

Captain Prarthana Bhujel and her fellow Nepalese peacekeepers have been awarded the prestigious United Nations medal for their service and sacrifice in Lakes State, South Sudan. The troops have helped to protect civilians, build and repair critical infrastructure, and support reconciliation and peacebuilding among communities in conflict. Capt. Bhujel described the experience as "empowering and meaningful". Photo by Fares Aouadi/James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers convoys roads supply aid humanitarian assistance mandate

UNMISS peacekeepers protect vital convoys carrying aid and other supplies on the country's most dangerous roads to ensure these deliveries reach millions in need. Photo by Peter Bateman/UNMISS.

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