CENTRAL EQUATORIA – What could be better than enjoying scintillating music, poignant poetry, and hearty laughs in the company of hundreds of happy revellers?
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It is possible to have a good time while learning more about the drafting of a permanent constitution and other key bits of the peace process awaiting implementation in South Sudan. Photos: James Sokiri/UNMISS

Top UN official, Nicholas Haysom, visits Malakal, Upper Nile in the wake of last week's intercommunal clashes, meets state governor and displaced communities. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS

As South Sudan gears up to complete its democratic elections with the conduct of free, fair and peaceful elections at the end of next year, communities in Mayom, Unity state, believe that guns must be silenced and removed from civilian hands to usher in lasting peace. Photo by Jacob Ruai/UNMISS

Thousands came to an UNMISS event in Aweil North County to enjoy music, dancing and information about the country's peace process. Photos: Deng Mou/UNMISS

A massive explosion at an SSPDF ammunition depot in Rubkona has led to civilian injuries as well as propelled unexploded ordnance and dangerous debris across a nearly two-kilometer radius. UNMAS demining teams are surveying and clearing the area, but it's a long road ahead to make the ground safe for communities once again. Photo by Peter Bateman/UNMISS

At least 13 people have been killed and more than 20 others injured, as conflict erupted in the early hours of the morning between two displaced communities sheltering in the UN Protection Site in Malakal, South Sudan.