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In South Sudan, overstating the importance of cattle is almost impossible. Millions of people rely on the animals for their livelihoods, but as the preferred currency and indicator of a family’s economic and social standing, cattle and their seasonal movements also create problems.
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Cattle are precious possessions and commodities in South Sudan, but their seasonal migrations sometimes lead to violent clashes between farmers and cattle keepers.
As a result of the robust and permanent presence of peacekeepers in the area, children in Yei town can walk to school with a light spring instead of fear in their steps.
Cultural performances were part of a well-attended football tournament in Rumbek, co-organized by Nepalese peacekeepers.
Residents in Makuac were pleased as the construction of a new, UNMISS-funded police post was launched. Photo: Manyang Mayom/UNMISS
Bangladeshi peacekeepers going the extra mile by giving away much-needed text books to the Wau Girls' School.
UNMISS peacekeepers organized football matches while on patrol in Ikotos County in the Eastern Equatoria region of South Sudan.
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