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UNMISS-funded police post boosts security and rule of law in Magwi County
A handover of a newly constructed police post by UNMISS through its Quick Impact Projects programme has brought confidence to residents in Magwi County. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. EASTERN EQUATORIA – Residents in Magwi…
Mariam demands equal political representation for women: “Why should we settle for less than half?”
During an inter-university debate competition, Mariam Dafalla Taban discovered her talent for public speaking. These days, she is using it to advocate for the rights of girls and women. Photos by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle…
Rokon residents alarmed by conflicts and other consequences of climate change
At a protection of civilians workshop organized by UNMISS in Rokon, the multiple challenges posed by climate change were discussed. Photo: James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Located some 80 kilometres west of South Sudan…
UNMISS and partners launch second phase of community-led project to reduce violence and promote reintegration
UNMISS, UNDP, and the National Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration Commission, have partnered with the French government to launch a second phase of a pilot community violence reduction project in Western Bahr El…
UNMISS UNPOL train national counterparts on leadership and management skills
Building the capacity of their policing counterparts in Bor, UNMISS UNPOL officers recently organized a training on management skills and conflict resolution techniques. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS. JONGLEI – Building…
Civilians and organized forces form joint working group to protect civilians in Bangasu
An early warning working group to protect civilians and property has been formed in Bangasu in Yambio County to help authorities take proactive measures against security threats. Photo by Phillip Mbugo/UNMISS. WESTERN…
SRSG Ziadeh welcomes the new British Ambassador to KOSOVO
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Ms. Caroline Ziadeh welcomed today at UNMIK the new British Ambassador to Kosovo Ambassador Jonathan Hargreaves. They discussed ways of collaboration…
Beyond Four Walls: Kosovo women challenge "taking care of the house" myth on International Women’s Day
The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day “Invest in Women”, resonated powerfully during a recent UNMIK event held in Pristina. The event highlighted reflections on property ownership, resistance to societal norms…
Joint Press Release: International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action (IMAD) 2024
On 4 April 2024, The National Mine Action Authority (NMAA), in partnership with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), and the Geneva International Center for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD), will commemorate the…
Colonel Léa Yangongo: Inspiring women to join and thrive in the military in the Central African Republic
Colonel Ghislaine Léa Yangongo first joined the Central African Republic’s army (known as Forces Armée de la Centrafrique, or FACA) as a volunteer in 1997. After graduating from officers’ school, she rose through the…