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Civil and military leaders trained on importance of respecting human rights ahead of elections
In Upper Nile State, some 40 members of the electoral commission, law enforcement groups, and defense forces received two days of training on upholding human rights during the electoral process. Photo by Samson Liberty/UNMISS…
Missing links in Lainya County’s chain of justice
Local chiefs in Lainya County have expressed concern about insufficient resources in the justice sector. Photo: Taban Geofrey Koma Alfred/UNMISS CENTRAL EQUATORIA – Police stations, courts, judges, and prisons are all…
MINURSO PEACEKEEPERS: NATIONAL DAY OF UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
On 04 July, MINURSO celebrated United States of America’s National Day by raising its flag at the Mission headquarters in Laayoune next to the UN flag. The day commemorates the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified…
In visit to UNIFIL headquarters, Lebanon’s parliamentary committee head reaffirms commitment to resolution 1701
In a demonstration of Lebanon’s continued commitment and support to Security Council Resolution 1701, which forms the core of UNIFIL’s mandate, the Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Lebanese Parliament, Fadi…
Supporting displaced people in south Lebanon
UNIFIL peacekeepers, collaborating with the Lebanese Red Cross, have been providing crucial medical care to displaced people in Tyre, southern Lebanon. This effort shows that local and international communities are standing…
Supporting state and local authorities on upholding human rights focus of recent UNMISS visit
UNMISS Director of Human Rights Division visits Warrap State to meet diverse stakeholders. Photo by Zejin Yin/UNMISS. WARRAP – “It’s always vital to get firsthand reports about the human rights situation across South Sudan,”…
Communities of Tambura celebrate new Yubu bridge funded by UNMISS
The new, UNMISS-funded Yubu bridge is a sturdy one. Many, many people can stand on it at the same time. Photos: Denis Louro/UNMISS Local communities in Western Equatoria State’s conflict-prone Tambura County recently…
UNMISS and Jonglei government work on preventive measures following flood alerts
Ahead of the peak of the rainy season, UNMISS in Bor is collaborating with local authorities in Jonglei State to identify and implement preventive measures to mitigate the consequences of floods expected in large areas of the…
UNMISS renovates Bilual Secondary School, creating a better learning environment for all
An UNMISS-funded renovation of Bilual Secondary School in remote Yuai in Jonglei State, aims to enable students to pursue higher education while also reducing the risk of early marriages. Photo by Achol Kur Marial Kur/UNMISS…
UNMISS funds new police training centre in Torit County
To enhance law enforcement and facilitate the voluntary return of internally displaced persons, a new police station has been built in Himodonge in Torit County. Photo by Yakudu Moses/UNMISS. EASTERN EQUATORIA – With crime on…