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CENTRAL EQUATORIA: Almost 18,000 United Nations peacekeepers work in partnership with the Government and communities across South Sudan to help the world newest nation navigate the difficult path from war to peace. Their…

JUBA, 29 May 2024 - Almost 18,000 United Nations peacekeepers are working in partnership with the Government and people of South Sudan to help the world’s newest nation to navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace…

UNIFIL today marked the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, an annual event to honour the commitment and sacrifice of women and men serving for peace around the world. On this day, UNIFIL normally hosts a…

Today we pay tribute to the more than 76,000 United Nations peacekeepers who embody humanity’s highest ideal: peace. Hailing from over 120 countries, our Blue Helmets serve in 11 peace operations in conflict-affected areas in…

In 1948, the United Nations took a pivotal step by deploying peacekeepers to support countries in their journey toward peace. Since then, more than two million people - military, police and civilians - have served in over 70…

A two-day workshop hosted by UNMISS in Bor brought together some 40 participants to discuss ways and means to strengthen the criminal justice chain. Photo by Achol Kur/UNMISS JONGLEI – The United Nations Mission in South…

A two-day forum hosted by UNMISS sought to build capacities among some 40 participants, including civil society, on protecting the rights of every child. Photo by Surur Ali Ayile/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – A two-day workshop…

The new and UNMISS-funded police station in Kayango was hailed as a beacon of the rule of law in an area where crimes related to seasonal cattle migration are common. Photos: Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/UNMISS WESTERN BAHR EL…

The recently concluded mobile court in Mayom, Unity state, handled 33 cases, securing 24 convictions, and releasing 22 prisoners over four weeks. Mobile courts, a collaboration between South Sudan’s judiciary and Government…

Everyone in Manyabol were on their feet to see and celebrate the result of an UNMISS-funded project that will give hundreds of students a decent learning environment. Photo: Achol Kur Marial Kur/UNMISS JONGLEI/GREATER PIBOR –…

Sometimes, animals also need medical attention and care. Fortunately for beasts residing in and near Kodok, Indian peacekeepers were recently available to provide them with such services. Photos: Samuel Adwok Deng/UNMISS…

UNTSO Security All Female Team at The Main Gate At the main entrance of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) Jerusalem compound, an all-female team stands united, a force to be reckoned with. They…