JONGLEI STATE- Nine years ago, civilians had to flee their homes because of war.
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Protection of displaced civilians expected to return home being discussed. Photo: Mach Samuel/UNMISS
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Military officers in Western Equatoria State being told that children should not belong to their ranks. Photos: Denis Louro Oliver/UNMISS
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High and low, young and old - thousands of people were having a jolly good dancing time at a Stand Up for Peace concert in Kapoeta, Eastern Equatoria State.
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UNMISS peacekeepers from India recently received UN medals for their outstanding contributions to peace. A few were women. Photos: Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS