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Q: Commissioner Lusala, thank you for speaking with us. As you end your assignment with UNISFA, how would you describe your four-year experience with the mission? A: Thank you. It has truly been a humbling and transformative…
As part of its continued engagement with the Abyei community, UNISFA has supported several key infrastructure developments across Abyei. Among recent efforts, the construction of new premises for Abyei FM under the Quip…
Closing of training course to combat misinformation and promote social cohesion. The young people learned how to spot dubious content, check sources and adopt a critical stance before sharing any information. They are 33…
The Future Leaders Mentorship Program, launched earlier in the year by UN Women and the University of Pristina, with support from UNMIK, did more than pair professionals with ambitious young women. It reshaped the way…
Women in Unity State have spoken out about their persistent attempts to increase and make their participation in matters related to peace and security more effective and meaningful. Photos: Alexandre Marie Rose Fernande…
UNPOL launches farming project at the Abyei detention facility On July 14, UNPOL launched a vegetable farming initiative at the Abyei detention facility targeting both detainees and members of the Community Protection…
Trial underway at the military tribunal of garrison in Butembo-Lubero, North Kivu, sentencing twenty-five people to long prison terms for rape and murder. The Butembo-Lubero garrison military court in North Kivu convicted…
While patrolling in Panyijiar, Unity state, to help protect civilians and reduce tensions in the aftermath of air strikes, UNMISS peacekeepers hear from community members, who believe that dialogue is the only route towards a…
Youth leaders and other civil society activists Twic County have come together to spread the word of what previously feuding Twic and Ngok Dinka youth agreed on during a recent peace dialogue. Photo by Peter Ring Ariik Kuol…
JUBA - As South Sudan approaches 14 years of independence, I reiterate the United Nations’ ongoing support to the country and its people.This year’s Independence Day offers South Sudan’s leaders a renewed opportunity to…
Margret Ceasar leads the fight for women's rights in Juba County. She is currently creating strategic alliances with other women’s associations at the state and national levels. Photo by Ali Surur/UNMISS. CENTRAL EQUATORIA –…
WAU/JUBA – A General Court Martial, supported by the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces, concluded in Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal, on 5 July. It was preceded by two investigation missions to Wau and Jur River counties where…