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Community leaders at UNMISS protection site in Wau trained in dispute resolution
Newly elected community leaders at the United Nations protection site in the Wau area have completed training in how to protect vulnerable civilians, mitigate conflict and help resolve disputes. The three-day training…
From policeman to army priest - How one man’s dedication to service brought him to South Sudan
What do the police force, the army and priesthood have in common? One person. Reverend Major Andy Earl – or just Padre Earl. For three months now, Padre Earl has been based with the United Kingdom’s engineering taskforce in…
Nepalese peacekeepers promote the important role of women in the military as they end their service in South Sudan
Some may think that joining the army is all about meeting the physical demands of the profession. But female military personnel serving with the Nepalese peacekeeping contingent in South Sudan say it is so much more than that…
Opposition forces in Eastern Equatoria commit to respecting and protecting human rights
Opposition forces based in the Eastern Equatorian region of South Sudan have pledged to uphold human rights from the command level right through to the rank and file following a workshop hosted by the United Nations…
Enyif community members return home thanks to improving security situation
The return of relative calm to a village in Torit has prompted an influx of people returning to their homes. The Enyif community abandoned their village after a spate of crime, including rape and thefts as well as incidents…
Young South Sudanese use their creative skills to support the peace process
More than 500 young people were enticed to leave their homes across South Sudan and converge on the capital Juba to use their creative skills to raise awareness about the need for lasting peace during a special event to…
Bangladeshi peacekeepers improve education for Wau children by training their teachers
Bangladeshi peacekeepers have taken time out from their official duties protecting civilians in Wau to help improve the education system for local children by training their teachers. The contingent worked with 58 teachers…
SRSG Tanin meets with Ranilug/Ranillugu Mayor
On 13 February, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Zahir Tanin met with the Mayor of Ranilug/Ranillug Vladica Aritonović. During the meeting there was a fruitful discussion on many topics…
A road of renewed hope for Kfar Shouba
Winters are harsh in Kfar Shouba on both locals and UN peacekeepers, as well as infrastructure. During the winter, the limited width of the road that leads to this faraway south-eastern Lebanese village – combined with…
SRSG TANIN MEETS ITALY AMBASSADOR ORLANDO
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Mr. Zahir Tanin, met the Ambassador of Italy, Mr. Nicola Orlando, at UNMIK Headquarters on 14 February 2020. SRSG Tanin and Ambassador Orlando exchanged…