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In Beni, UNMAS Supports Identification of Police and Army Weapons To Facilitate Control Thereof
PHOTOS MONUSCO/ JOEL BOFENGO The operation to mark police and army weapons ended on Thursday, March 30, in the town of Beni. Supported and financed by MONUSCO's Mine Action Service (UNMAS), the operation aimed to identify…
Ghanaian peacekeepers give hope to flood-stricken Unity cattle and people alike
So far, more than 1,700 cows, sheep and goats in southern Unity have received medical care from veterinary UNMISS peacekeepers from Ghana. Photos: Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS UNITY – Persistent floods in southern Unity…
SRSG Ziadeh meets Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh welcomed today the UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan…
Women in peacekeeping: UN Fund calls for new ideas and investment
The UN’s Elsie Initiative Fund (EIF) launched a fresh call for funding proposals on Thursday, aimed at improving opportunities for uniformed women to serve in peacekeeping operations, and better serve vulnerable communities…
Action for Peacekeeping: Intercommunal work helps bring Cypriots together
In this story series, UN Peacekeeping shows the impact of Action for Peacekeeping, which guides peace operations across 12 active missions. By Maria Tsiarta and Mustafa Ongun - UNFICYP Associate Civil Affairs Officers UNFICYP…
“Mine Action Cannot Wait”
As the world marks the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action on April 4, UNIFIL peacekeepers continue the crucial work of clearing large swathes of south Lebanese lands of deadly mines. This year…
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International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action | Secretary-General's Message
For the millions living amidst the chaos of armed conflicts — especially women and children — every step can put them in danger’s path. Even after the fighting stops, conflicts often leave behind a terrifying legacy…
UNMISS supports local peace and security committees in Lakes to prevent intercommunal conflicts
Charging customers' phones by using UNMISS-funded solar panels help peace committees in Lakes buy fuel for motorbikes, also handed over by the peacekeeping mission. Photos: Nina Zubovic Vignjevic/UNMISS LAKES - Intercommunal…
MINURSO COMMEMORATES THE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR MINE AWARENESS AND ASSISTANCE IN MINE ACTION
Today, 04 April 2023, MINURSO celebrated the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. The SRSG and Head of the Mission, Alexander Ivanko, read the message of the Secretary-General urging in…
“My Constitution, My Voice”: UNMISS engages Juba youth in peace and constitution making process
Youth attending an UNMISS forum on the peace and constitution making processes made sure to get their questions answered. Photos: Isaac Billy/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – It is an opportunity they can ill afford to miss: South…