Deficiencies when it comes to the rule of law coupled with a dire economic reality have seen a rise of crime in Upper Nile State.
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Police and Corrections Officers in Malakal had a lot to take in when being trained by UN Police serving on human rights and crime prevention. Photos: Samson Liberty/UNMISS

A dialogue to end hostilities among communities in the greater Tonj area resulted in a number of resolutions to implement. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS

UNMISS Deputy Special Representative (Political) UNMISS Guang Cong, here speaking at a different event (UN Day 2021).

Jonglei State has been the scene of lots of intercommunal violence in recent years, prompting many high-level visits. Photo taken from one of them, in June 2021. Photo: Gregorio Cunha/UNMISS

At a workshop in Maridi County, participants discussed ways of ensuring that human rights are respected. Photo: Phillip Mbugo/UNMISS

Residents in Eastern Equatoria State's Loronyo area welcomes an UNMISS patrol team to discuss intercommunal tensions. Photos: Moses Yakudu/UNMISS

It may look idyllic, but the presence of a minefield is a threat to these villagers in Pigi County. Floods have so far made clearance of the area impossible. Photos: Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS