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Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers Nepal pinning medal peace

Captain Prarthana Bhujel and her fellow Nepalese peacekeepers have been awarded the prestigious United Nations medal for their service and sacrifice in Lakes State, South Sudan. The troops have helped to protect civilians, build and repair critical infrastructure, and support reconciliation and peacebuilding among communities in conflict. Capt. Bhujel described the experience as "empowering and meaningful". Photo by Fares Aouadi/James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers convoys roads supply aid humanitarian assistance mandate

UNMISS peacekeepers protect vital convoys carrying aid and other supplies on the country's most dangerous roads to ensure these deliveries reach millions in need. Photo by Peter Bateman/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers Quick Impact project Court Justice Wau

An UNMISS-funded Quick Impact Project to renovate the court in Raja County is set to strengthen the rule of law in the area. Photo by Michael Wondi/UNMISS.

Peace South Sudan UNMISS UN peacekeeping peacekeepers DSRSG/HC/RC high-level visit nationwide flood response strategy Bor Jonglei

A high-level delegation from the National Taskforce and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), recently visited Bor as part of efforts to develop a nationwide flood response strategy. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS.

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