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Thousands in Kuajok attend peace concert celebrating 10 years of South Sudan’s independence
After years of conflict and then, the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of people in Kuajok, South Sudan, came together at a peace concert organized jointly by UNMISS and the state government to celebrate a decade of this young…
UNMISS partners with state government in Eastern Equatoria to celebrate a decade of South Sudan’s independence
Some 3,000 people across Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, came together in a colorful and heartfelt celebration marking the 10-year independence anniversary of this young nation. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. “At this…
Mıstıki Araz: “In Cyprus – we are capable, we lack opportunities, not knowledge!”
Mıstıki Araz is a 18-year-old peace activist from Cyprus, who is helping to find new ways to break stereotypes and challenge the historical narratives he was taught since his childhood. Acknowledging that there is still a lot…
Anna Michael: The UN’s support is crucial in bringing young people together to build peace
Anna Michael is a 29-year-old Cypriot who is passionate about supporting young people to find their path and join the labour market through counselling and education. She works as part of the YOUTHShare project, which is…
Yei residents plant trees to highlight a culture of peace as South Sudan marks 10 years of Independence
More than 50 people in Yei planted some 80 fruits and non-fruit trees at different locations to commemorate a decade of South Sudan's independence.Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS. “Trees are eternal; they provide shade…
Indian vets partner with local authorities in Renk to treat livestock
Prized assets and companions, and their owners, gathered en masse when UNMISS peacekeepers from India offered free veterinarian services to communities in and around Renk. UPPER NILE STATE – “Livestock is life for us,” says…
Transforming dreams into reality: Yambio women discuss ways to implement provisions for 35 percent women's representation in all levels of governance
Women in Yambio, Western Equatoria, come together to discuss how they can advance the implementation of the 35 per cent stipulation within the Revitalized Peace Agreement on women's representation at all levels of g “Many…
Pinga: Reassured by the presence of peacekeepers and the army, families have returned home
Pinga: Reassured by the presence of peacekeepers and the army, families have returned home. Photo MONUSCO/Myriam Asmani After fleeing recurrent attacks by armed groups into the bush, more than sixty people returned home in…
UN Police ‘vital’ across spectrum of peacekeeping, Security Council hears
The Security Council on Wednesday was briefed on the “vital role” UN Police play across the whole spectrum of the world body’s work, from “conflict prevention to peacekeeping to peacebuilding". In their annual briefing to…
Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General David Shearer's Remarks at the National Dialogue Conference, South Sudan
Special Representative of the Secretary-General Remarks to the National Dialogue Conference 3 November 2020 Vice Presidents Members of the Steering committee Excellencies Distinguished guests Ladies and Gentlemen Delegates…