Often when I brief the Security Council on South Sudan, the news is not encouraging.
However, today is different. There have been positive developments that have moved the country further along the road to sustainable peace.
Briefing to the Security Council on South Sudan Special Representative of the Secretary-General David Shearer
UNMISS Force Commander Lieutenant General Shailesh Tinaikar listens to the concerns of residents of the recently conflict-stricken Tonj area.
In between discussions on conflict mitigation, here in Bangasu district in Western Equatoria, one can do with stretching one's legs a bit.
From now on, a significant portion of the electricity used at UN House in Juba will be generated by this farm of solar panels.
Sergeant Adubofour-Poku engaging with children in Malakal's protection of civilians site.
Everyone was a winner when youth from villages surrounding Yambio got together for some wholesome football fun for peace.
People affected by a wildfire in Nzara County seeking shelter under a mango tree that escaped unscathed.
Future animal health workers observing their Indian tutor in action.
Happy graduates at the vocational training centre run by UNMISS peacekeepers in Bor.
Civilians and military personnel in the village of Owiny-kibul near Magwi sign resolutions to improve strained relations.