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An UNMISS-funded secondary school in Kediba brings joy to communities, especially girls
An UNMISS-funded project - the construction of a secondary school in remote Kediba, South Sudan - is expected to boost literacy rates, ensure girls and boys receive equal learning opportunities, and enable students to pursue…
Youth and women in Northern Bahr El Ghazal call for space to exercise political rights
At an UNMISS forum, women and young people in Northern Bahr El Ghazal, South Sudan, have asked to be fully and meaningfully included in political and peace processes. Photo by Emmanuel Kele/UNMISS NORTHERN BAHR EL GHAZAL –…
Fighting the “cancer” of violence against women and girls – 16 days of activism goes live in Kosovo
“He used to slap me, and I thought it was my mistake.” These were the chilling words of a domestic violence survivor, shared with an audience at the Pjetër Bogdani Library during the launch event of 16 Day sOf Activism…
Senior military commanders in Bor pledge to uphold human rights
Monitoring, reporting on and preventing violations of human rights, including the rights of women and girls, is essential for South Sudan as it makes the difficult but necessary journey from war to peace. Senior military…
UNMISS supports prison refurbishments in Tonj North, boosting law and order
What are the benefits of having a secure prison perimeter? Inviolable custody of violent offenders; scope for outdoor recreation for inmates; and a general boost to safety and security for community members. That's why UNMISS…
MESSAGE OF THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON THE UN DAY
The United Nations is the product of hope. The hope — and resolve — following the Second World War to move beyond global conflict to global cooperation. Today, our organization is being tested like never before. But the…
To help reduce criminality, UNMISS hands over a police post in remote Kuarjena
Boosting rule of law continues to be an UNMISS priority as it works with the government and the people of South Sudan to usher in a lasting peace. The UN Peacekeeping mission, therefore, recently funded the construction of a…
UNIFIL marks the 77th UN Day
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) today marked the 77th United Nations Day at its headquarters in Naqoura. Following the positive outcome of the maritime negotiations, the Mission reaffirmed its strong…
Near Verbatim Remarks by the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General Ms. Sara Nyanti on UN Day 2022
Honourable Minister Stephen Par Kuol, representing the Government of the Republic of South Sudan.Ambassadors, Heads of Missions, and Members of the Diplomatic Corps.Heads of United Nations Agencies and Non-Governmental…
UN family, peace partners come together in a joyous, colorful event to mark UN Day
Today, a colorful and meaningful event marking the 77th United Nations Day was held at the Nyakuron Cultural Centre in South Sudan’s capital city, Juba. The public event was attended by high-level government dignitaries, the…