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As South Sudan gears up for its first post-independence elections, UNMISS holds two workshops in Unity and Ruweng Administrative Area respectively to build capacities among civil society actors. Photo by Luk Riek Nyak Bol/UNMISS

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A two-day workshop on conflict mitigation and management jointly facilitated by UNMISS and Upper Nile state authorities sought to boost trust and confidence among communities in Nasir and South Sudanese uniformed personnel. Photo by Nyang Lieth/UNMISS

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Six solar powered water taps handed over by UNMISS to residents of the Wedwil refugee settlement is expected to address water shortages, one of the significant challenges faced by those fleeing the Sudan crisis. This project will also help reduce competition over scarce resources, foster peaceful coexistence, and promote social cohesion. Photo by Emannuel Kele/UNMISS

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In Bor, an UNMISS workshop on peacefully settling land disputes brought together 46 participants to come up with sustainable recommendations on promoting accountability and transparency. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS.

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In Kapoeta, South Sudanese police officers enhance their capacities to deal with crimes related to livestock and transhumance, thanks to UNPOL officers serving for peace with UNMISS. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS.

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An UNMISS cultural festival in Jonglei, South Sudan, ends with spirited calls for women's full and equal participation in politics, governance and decision-making. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS

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Bangladeshi peacekeepers serving for peace with UNMISS in Wau hand over books, stationery and sports equipment to students from local schools in Western Bahr El Ghazal. Photo by Jimmy Lundanga/UNMISS.

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A fresh upsurge of violence in troubled greater Tambura, South Sudan, has led to hundreds being newly displaced. UNMISS peacekeepers are patrolling day and night to deescalate tensions and restore calm, though the situation remains fragile. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS

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Former foes in greater Tindilo vow to peacefully coexist, thanks to a peace dialogue facilitated by UNMISS and partners. Photo by James Sokiri/UNMISS

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After being deployed to South Sudan's shared border with Kenya for 16 years, 50 SSPDF personnel receive their first-ever training on protecting children in armed conflict, thanks to UNMISS and state authorities. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS

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