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In Akobo, UNMISS builds peacebuilding capacities among young people
A two-day peacebuilding workshop by UNMISS Civil Affairs in Akobo saw a breakthrough agreement by armed youth to eschew violence and embrace peace. Photo by Mach Samuel/UNMISS JONGLEI – Young people have the power to…
In Ibba, an UNMISS peace campaign encourages women’s participation in peacebuilding
An UNMISS peace campaign in Ibba, Western Equatoria, brought together community members, activists and officials in support of durable peace. Photo by Denis Louro/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA – Laughter, dances, and music…
Ikotos residents appeal for civil-military dialogues to help build confidence and peace
In Ikotos, South Sudan, UNMISS and partners hosted 2,000 community members at an outreach event that focused on resolving outstanding issues and promoting peaceful coexistence. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS EASTERN EQUATORIA -…
MINUSMA constructed classrooms in two schools in the Gao region.
On May 27th, Hawa Ahmed YOUSSOUF, head of the MINUSMA regional office in Gao, handed over the keys to two classrooms, each capable of accommodating 50 students, to local authorities. These classrooms were built by Chinese…
UNFICYP peacekeepers pledge to beat plastic pollution across the buffer zone ahead of World Environment Day
More than 400 million tonnes of plastic is produced every year worldwide, half of which is designed to be used only once. Of that, less than 10 per cent is recycled. In Cyprus, ahead of World Environment Day this year, the…
UNMISS Force Commander visits key UNMISS bases in Wau, assesses operational and security situation
UNMISS Force Commander Lieutenant General Mohan Subramanian conducted a three-day visit to Wau to discuss operational and security issues. Photo by Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL – At the United Nations…
UN Police supports joint efforts to stop domestic violence across the divide in Cyprus
According to statistics, there has been a significant rise in the incidence of domestic violence across the divide in Cyprus. Domestic violence and other violence against women can happen to anyone of any race, age, sexual…
MOPTI HOSTS A BLOGGERS’ FESTIVAL: A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND EVENT TO COMBAT MISINFORMATION
On May 29, the Centre Jean-Bosco in Sevare moved to the beat of "Festi-blogueurs", an unprecedented event that welcomed the local blogging community. The mini festival —held under the auspices of the 2023 edition of…
The art of peace: A Torit tribute to United Nations peacekeepers
Young artists in Torit at work, bringing their visions of peace, progress and UN peacekeeping to life. Photos: Saima Nizami/UNMISS EASTERN EQUATORIA – There is more to the International Day of UN Peacekeepers than marching…
Inclusive constitution-making process and better security focus of a peace event in Juba
Peace may begin with a new permanent constitution being drafted in an inclusive fashion. Recently, students at the University of Juba had their say at an event organized by UNMISS. Photos: James Sokiri/UNMISS CENTRAL…