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Thousands unite at a peace concert in Malakal, calling for an end to conflict
A peace concert in Malakal, Upper Nile, was a beacon of unity for some 2,500 people, who enjoyed a respite from tensions and rediscovered the power of their shared identity. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS UPPER NILE – This…
Bridging the divide: Kosovo youth learn about themselves while exploring Kosovo’s four corners
Travelling the length and breadth of Kosovo, 15 young people from five different communities explored Kosovo’s cultural and natural diversity together on a journey to its four geographical corners. “I can’t believe we have…
Community-based militias take heavy toll on civilians across South Sudan
JUBA – Widespread attacks against civilians persist across South Sudan, driven primarily by subnational armed violence involving community-based militias and/or civil defense groups, according to the latest quarterly brief by…
Central African Republic: Urgent action required to address human rights violations in places of detention - UN report
GENEVA/BANGUI - Urgent and concrete action is required to ensure respect for human rights in places of detention in the Central African Republic (CAR), where torture and ill-treatment, illegal and arbitrary arrest and…
Supporting state and local authorities on upholding human rights focus of recent UNMISS visit
UNMISS Director of Human Rights Division visits Warrap State to meet diverse stakeholders. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS. WARRAP – “It’s always vital to get firsthand reports about the human rights situation across South Sudan,”…
Communities of Tambura celebrate new Yubu bridge funded by UNMISS
The new, UNMISS-funded Yubu bridge is a sturdy one. Many, many people can stand on it at the same time. Photos: Denis Louro/UNMISS Local communities in Western Equatoria State’s conflict-prone Tambura County recently…
UNMISS and Jonglei government work on preventive measures following flood alerts
Ahead of the peak of the rainy season, UNMISS in Bor is collaborating with local authorities in Jonglei State to identify and implement preventive measures to mitigate the consequences of floods expected in large areas of the…
UNMISS renovates Bilual Secondary School, creating a better learning environment for all
An UNMISS-funded renovation of Bilual Secondary School in remote Yuai in Jonglei State, aims to enable students to pursue higher education while also reducing the risk of early marriages. Photo by Achol Kur Marial Kur/UNMISS…
UNMISS funds new police training centre in Torit County
To enhance law enforcement and facilitate the voluntary return of internally displaced persons, a new police station has been built in Himodonge in Torit County. Photo by Yakudu Moses/UNMISS. EASTERN EQUATORIA – With crime on…
Recent child abductions prompt UNMISS visit to Lowoi to discuss human rights and solutions
A wave of recent child abductions and other crimes prompted UNMISS civilian peacekeepers in Eastern Equatoria to visit Lowoi to get first-hand information and discuss solutions. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS. EASTERN EQUATORIA…