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The displaced in Juba urge speedy implementation of peace agreement
“When will the Transitional Government of National Unity be formed?” asks Professor Majok Yen, a youth representative, who lives in a UN protection of civilians site in South Sudan’s capital, Juba. He has been displaced for…
A safe haven for women and girls: Aweil centre supporting prevention and response to gender-based violence
A group of women sing and dance joyfully, as they welcome the head of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to their secondary home – a resource centre for women and girls. Located in Aweil, in the far north-west of South…
UN-supported vocational training centre keeping youth dreams alive in Aweil
An entertaining cultural dance greets the head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), as he visits a vocational training centre in Aweil town, located in the north-west of the country. One would be forgiven to…
Communities in Greater Jonglei resolve to close the chapter of bloodshed
“This is a year of peace. Anybody that has benefitted from our suffering, you go and look for something to eat from somewhere else not from our blood!” These words were uttered by the Acting Governor of Jonglei area at the…
Technology opens up new windows of opportunity for youth in Malakal
Youths in Malakal can flaunt new computer savoir thanks to a training made possible by the United Nations Mission is South Sudan (UNMISS). “Learning how to use a keyboard to type my own words has given me more confidence to…
MONUSCO plays active part in the restoration of peace to Lodja
MONUSCO plays active part in the restoration of peace to Lodja. Photo MONUSCO/Laurent Sam OUSSOU The territory of Lodja has been facing violence since the end of Governor’s election in the Sankuru Province last month. The…
UNMISS Dedicates 300-Watt Solar Panel System for the People of Gogrial
A 300-watt solar panel system funded by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) through its Quick Impact Projects (QIPs) has been handed over to authorities of Gogrial in Kuajok. The system which is valued at 48…
Wau residents seek durable peace in Roc-Roc-Dong County rally
A big crowd of people gathered under a huge tree, dancing and singing peace songs, at a public peace rally in Roc-Roc-Dong County, organized by the Wau area government. The crowd – comprising the Wau area governor, advisors…
Jonglei and Boma governors: ‘Our youth cannot continue shedding blood’
A new push to end hostilities between communities in Jonglei and Boma has brought the governors of the two areas to Bor Town, where they resolved to maintain peace in their areas by engaging regularly with each other…
Bangladeshi peacekeepers take free medical services to residents of Bazia-Jedid
About 300 people mostly women, children and elderly have turned up for a free medical service in Wau. The campaign that targeted returnees at Bazia-Jedid residence in Wau was organized by which is Bangladesh peacekeepers in…