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Pariang now ready to house court personnel, improving access to justice and accountability
Housing for judges and prosecutors, funded by UNMISS through its Quick Impact Project programme, is expected to improve access to justice in the Ruweng Administrative Area. Photo by Jacob Ruai/UNMISS. RUWENG ADMINISTRATIVE…
How a network is supporting women peacekeepers
Written by Bonnie Ewart-Fisher, a Strategic Communications Intern from the United States of America serving with the Department of Peace Operations. She has a background in public affairs and advocacy on gender-related issues…
Abyei Champions Girls Rights on International Day of the Girl Child
12 October - A commemorative event to mark this year’s International Day of the Girl Child was organised in Abyei on 11 October. Local leaders and partners stressed the urgent need to double efforts to support girls'…
UNISFA sensitizes JCPC and Peace Actors on Mission’s Mandate
On 17 September, a UNISFA team comprising of the Civil Liaison and Public Information Offices, conducted a sensitization session for members of the Joint Community Peace Committee (JCPC), Joint Court, and Joint Protection…
UN empowers dozens of new Youth champions, from across the divide, for environment and peace in Cyprus
In early October, the UN in Cyprus welcomed the new group of UN Youth Champions for Environment and Peace, who joined the 4th edition of the programme on the island. The group of 24 young people from across the divide took…
SRSG Ziadeh welcomes incoming KFOR Commander Major General Enrico Barduani
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of UNMIK, Caroline Ziadeh, welcomed the incoming KFOR Commander, Major General Enrico Barduani, in a ceremonial military salute at UNMIK Headquarters today…
Subnational violence remains a significant concern affecting civilians across South Sudan
JUBA – Subnational violence remains a significant concern affecting civilians across South Sudan, as documented by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in its latest quarterly brief.Between April and June 2024…
Call for political and civic space by participants dominates political forum in Rumbek
In Lakes state, UNMISS supported a wide range of stakeholders to hold productive discussions on fully participating in South Sudan’s political landscape. Photo by James Mawien/UNMISS. LAKES – “During the civil wars of 2013…
UNMISS-funded bridges connect communities in Mundri West County with markets and services
In Western Equatoria, two newly constructed bridges are set to connect people, improve livelihoods, and facilitate the work of peacekeepers and humanitarians. Photo by Phillip Mbugo/UNMISS. WESTERN EQUATORIA – Residents along…
Statement by Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, on South Sudan's 13th Independence Day
JUBA - On the 13th anniversary of South Sudan’s independence, I’d like to assure you of the UN family’s continued support to this country’s people and leaders as you navigate a complex path to peace and democratic transition…