Peacekeeping news

Joint efforts by UNMISS, faith-based leaders and state as well as county authorities have led to a remarkable increase in peace gains across Ikotos in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan, where once-feuding communities are now…

GENEVA (20 February 2023) – A UN expert today urged authorities in Mali to open up civic and democratic space and redouble efforts to fight impunity for human rights violations and abuses as the country embarks on an…

As the rainy season approaches, UNMISS peacekeepers in Jonglei, South Sudan, are fully prepared to amp up their ground operations through all terrain vehicles. Photo by Angellah Mandoreba/UNMISS JONGLEI – When South Sudan…

It was all about creating solid ground for peaceful relations when communities from the greater Tonj area got together for a dialogue. Photos: Zejin Yin/UNMISS WARRAP - In the local language, kong koc means “to wait,” just…

On 18 February, MINURSO celebrated Napal National Day by raising its flag at the Mission headquarters in Laayoune next to the UN flag. On this day, Nepal observes “Democracy Day” which marks the birth of modern Nepal in 1951…

MONUSCO and UNDP have provided Beni-ville and Oicha police headquarters as well as Beni garrison military auditor with three containers for office use. / Photos Michael Ali "MONUSCO puts us in good conditions so that we can…

Swedish police officer Sandra Bylund, spreading the gospel of football among internally displaced boys and girls in Western Bahr El Ghazal. “We used to be idle here because most of us have no jobs and nothing to do, but have…

Are you a young woman eager to gain hands-on experience and learn about the work of the United Nations? If yes, don’t miss an opportunity to apply for the “Mentorship Programme for Young Women Leaders” at the United Nations…

MONUSCO advocates with parties to conflicts to minimize the risk of gross violations of children's rights in armed conflict. Photos MONUSCO / Marc Maro Fimbo On 10th February, the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of…

A Saturday hike in the mountains was much more than that for about 30 multiethnic young people from Kamenicë/Kamenica – the trip uncovering new territory for many. “Today was fantastic,” 16-year-old Mefail said. “In addition…

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Caroline Ziadeh met with several civil society representatives from Pristina, Belgrade and Mitrovica on 13 February to hear their views and perspectives on…

The United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) announces itwill collect humanitarian assistance (clothing, blankets, food, water, etc.) from individuals and organizations in view of supporting relief efforts in…