WESTERN EQUATORIA – Two years ago, surging conflict in the greater Tambura region led to an immense loss of life and left tens of thousands displaced.
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An UNMISS workshop aimed at promoting social cohesion between internally displaced persons and host communities in Western Equatoria. Photo by Martin Siba/UNMISS.
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UNMISS recently organized three workshops on protection of civilians for local authorities, organized forces, and traditional leaders in Ezo, Mvolo and Ibba counties of Western Equatoria. Photo by Denis Louro Oliver/UNMISS.
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An UNMISS peace campaign in Nimule fosters social cohesion and aims to encourage voluntary returns as South Sudan races to complete remaining peace benchmarks, including the conduct of free, fair and credible elections. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS
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A visiting UNMISS team meets returnees fleeing violence in neighbouring Sudan who are currently located in a transit site in Warrap. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS
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A new police post handed over by UNMISS in Western Equatoria's Lakamandi area is expected to provide residents with greater security, reduce crime and, as a bonus, ensure dignified detentions for offenders, including juveniles, to facilitate their reintegration into society after completing their sentences. Photo by Felix Katie/UNMISS