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In Tambura, Western Equatoria, calm and stability are gradually returning. To consolidate this fragile peace, UNMISS recently held a two-day workshop for youth and a football match here. The aim: To promote social cohesion. Photo by Felix Katie/UNMISS
WESTERN EQUATORIA – In 2021, a sudden outbreak of violence led to massive loss of life and property, not to mention displaced tens of thousands in the greater Tambura region of Western Equatoria, South Sudan.
Margaret Othow, an electrician working with UNMISS in Malakal, speaks about being the only woman in her team and choosing to train in what is considered an unusual profession for women in South Sudan. Photo by Samson Liberty/UNMISS
UPPER NILE - Margaret John Othow has chosen an unusual profession – she’s an electrician.
Victoria Chon, an 82-year-old South Sudanese lawmaker is an inspiration to women and young girls across the world. She believes education for all is essential for the world's newest nation to successfully complete its democratic transition. Photo by Gregorio Cunha/UNMISS
CENTRAL EQUATORIA – “My constituents call me their liberator.” These are the first words spoken by Victoria Adhar Arop Chon.
A two-day consultation in Bor saw cogent discussions on key issues - full and equal participation of women and displaced people in constitution-making; fortified security structures as well as upcoming elections. 89 participants attended this meeting, jointly facilitated by UNMISS, UNDP and UNHCR. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS
JONGLEI – The world’s youngest nation has begun the process of drafting a permanent constitution, a critical opportunity for the South Sudanese to agree to the arrangements by which they can live together harmonious
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At a recent workshop in Panyume, South Sudan, facilitated by UNMISS, tackled tough topics - sexual and gender-based violence, intercommunal conflict, human rights and the role of citizens in upcoming elections. The consensus: peace begins with collective efforts to safeguard every individual's rights and dignity. Photo by James Sokiri/UNMISS
CENTRAL EQUATORIA - “Peace is vital for a calm, prosperous, and safe life,” says Joseph Jame, Chief of Panyume payam, an administrative division located within Morobo county of South Sudan’s Central Equatoria state.
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Given the importance of journalism in shaping a democratic way of life as well as creating a vibrant, open civic space, UNMISS recently facilitated a training on ethical media practices for 30 journalists as well as civil society representatives in Bor, South Sudan. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS
JONGLEI – Discussing the role of journalists in creating political and civic space necessary for productive dialogues was the focus of a two-day training in Bor, Jonglei state, facilitated by the United Nations Mission in Sou
To build trust and confidence among local populations, South Korean peacekeepers from UNMISS recently handed over scholastic material and sports items to students from five primary schools in Bor, as well as to the Dr John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology and five schools in Bor, Jonglei state. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS.
JONGLEI – When South Sudan gained independence, the country’s infrastructure, including schools, was nearly decimated.
In Renk, Upper Nile, 25 people living with disabilities discuss playing a more central role in shaping a more peaceful, prosperous future for South Sudan at a forum organized by UNMISS. Photo by Simon Waky/UNMISS.
UPPER NILE - As South Sudan gears up for its first peaceful, credible, and inclusive elections, the country is at a critical point in its history, not least because it is in the process of drafting its permanent constitution, a social contract that will define how co