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Bor students participate in UNMISS-hosted intra-university peace debate
A spirited intra-university debate held by UNMISS in Bor saw 12 students argue motions on key political issues. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS JONGLEI –With the world’s youngest nation gearing to usher in its long delayed…
UNMISS trains civil society activists and journalists on human rights ahead of elections next year
An UNMISS-organized training for media and civil society members in Jonglei state sought to reinforce their vital role in shaping a brighter, more prosperous future for all. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS. JONGLEI – It is…
The UN family and partners pool in efforts to release six child soldiers
Six child soldiers have been released in Western Equatoria State following joint effort by UNMISS, UNICEF and partners. Photo by Felix Katie/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA - Recruitment of children by armed forces is one of the…
People For Peace: 'Out Loud' podcast promotes peacekeeping to Cypriots across the divide
For the past 3 years, Ersin Öztoycan has been hosting “Out Loud,” the podcast of the UN Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus, UNFICYP. She touches upon a wide array of topics related to peacekeeping, from the important partnerships…
To boost rule of law, UNMISS hands over police post in Mugwo
In Mugwo, an UNMISS-funded police post has given hope to community members that crimes will reduce and prosperity, flourish. Photo by James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA - “The absence of law enforcement personnel in our…
MINURSO’S PEACEKEEPERS: NATIONAL DAY OF PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
On 1 October 2023, MINURSO raised the flag of the People’s Republic of China at the Mission HQ in Laayoune to mark the country’s National Day. The Day commemorates Mao Zedong's formal proclamation of the establishment of the…
Central African Republic leader slams West for looting Africa’s wealth, sparking today’s migrant crisis
The President of the Central African Republic on Thursday accused Western countries of triggering a migration crisis by pillaging Africa’s natural resources and impoverishing the continent through slavery and colonization.…
INTERVIEW: Battling fake news for peace and security in DR Congo
MONUSCO/Michael Ali - SRSG Bintou Keita meets with disaster-affected people in Kalehe, South Kivu. Misinformation poses a significant risk to UN peacekeeping operations. Allowed to fester, it not only damages the perception…
SRSG Ziadeh holds regular consultations in Belgrade ahead of Security Council session, urges restraint and return to dialogue
Exercising restraint in messages and actions was urged by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh during her regular consultations in Belgrade. During her meetings, SRSG Ziadeh…
UNMISS Force Commander visits Yambio, Tambura to evaluate the mission’s ongoing protection efforts
UNMISS Force Commander Lieutenant-General Mohan Subramanian visited Yambio and Tambura to ensure robust protection of civilians and meet key external stakeholders. WESTERN EQUATORIA – Despite a turbulent flight through…