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Women car washers at UNMISS hope to become entrepreneurs in a peaceful South Sudan
Eighteen South Sudanese women who have survived civil war, displacement and sexual violence build their skills every day at the UNMISS car washing bay where they ensure the mission's vehicles are in top condition to reach…
UNMISS funds installation of solar panels at Panyagor primary healthcare centre
Community members seeking medical attention at the Panyagor primary healthcare centre will now benefit from solar energy as UNMISS together with implementing partner Impact Action recently installed solar panels at the centre…
Inclusive political process key to Sudan’s transition, Security Council hears
The political transition in Sudan is moving forward, though formation of the legislative council and other important milestones have yet to be achieved, the head of the new UN mission in the country told a virtual meeting of…
Peacekeeper killed in ‘heinous attacks’ in Central African Republic
The UN Secretary-General has called for action to ensure accountability for “heinous attacks” in the Central African Republic (CAR) on Wednesday that left a Rwandan peacekeeper dead and another wounded. Antonio Guterres…
Transitional President in Mali appoints new Prime Minister, top UN official tells Security Council
Mali’s transitional President has appointed a new Prime Minister, the UN’s top official in the West African country told the UN Security Council on Thursday, detailing the significant events which has ushered in a new…
70 years when Trygve Lie became the first UN Secretary-General
Trygve Halvdan Lie Today, 01 February 2021, marks 70 years of electing Trygve Lie as the first UN Secretary-General. Following his recommendation by the Security Council, the General Assembly held a secret ballot, which saw…
- About Peacekeeping
Our history
United Nations Peacekeeping began in 1948 when the Security Council authorized the deployment of UN military observers to the Middle East. The mission's role was to monitor the Armistice Agreement between Israel and its Arab…
- Supporting Local Police
UN Police
Every day, around 6,000 United Nations Police officers from 94 countries help foster international peace and security by supporting countries in conflict, post-conflict and crisis situations. They reinforce and re-establish…
- Addressing Explosive Threats (UNMAS)
Mine action
Mine action makes it possible for peacekeepers to carry out patrols, for humanitarian agencies to deliver assistance and for ordinary citizens to live without the fear that a single misstep could cost them their lives. Mine…
- Protecting Children
Child protection
“The protection of children is at the heart of UN peacekeeping.” Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, 2022 Protection of children is a fundamental peace and security concern. In many conflict…