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Leaders in former Unity State promise to protect civilians and promote justice and accountability in their areas of control

As normal life resumes in the areas ravaged by war in South Sudan’s former Unity State, the leadership in the opposition-controlled areas is promising to respond to intercommunal conflicts and ensure safety for civilians, who are reportedly threatened by criminals.

15 Dec 2019

Pibor communities vow to forge ahead with peace process despite devastating floods

The easiest way to get around Pibor right now is by boat.

14 Dec 2019

Police officers complete training to combat sexual and gender-based violence in Kapoeta

“Rape and child marriage are crimes… no matter the cultural justifications.”

13 Dec 2019

The power of a blue beret: a glimpse into the work of a female peacekeeper

Ragini Kumari has many appellations.

She is a devoted wife and mother of two, an avid practitioner of yoga and an aficionado of music.

13 Dec 2019

United Nations Police Advisor supports efforts of women police officers serving in South Sudan

Thousands of women and children sought sanctuary in United Nations protection sites when civil war broke out in South Sudan. Six years later, many remain in the camps, watching and waiting for the right time to leave as peace descends on the country.

13 Dec 2019

UNMISS Protection of Civilian (PoC) sites Update No. 260 - 06 Dec to 12 Dec 2019

13 Dec 2019

Students and parents in Yambio unite for peace as they mark Human Rights Day

They clapped, they danced, and they sang.

Hundreds celebrated Human Rights Day with the theme “United for Peace”, at a day-long festival where students and their parents danced and sang side by side.

12 Dec 2019

Jie and Murle communities undertake to bring anyone involved in buying and selling children to justice

In July 2019, the Jie and Murle communities engaged in a bloody fight in Marua and other villages of South Sudan’s Boma area. The fight, in the Greater Jonglei region, left 85 people dead, while several others were wounded in what became the year’s worst raid.

12 Dec 2019