WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL - With elections, including the tensions they may cause, set to take place in December, the creation of one national army is essential.
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Senior military officers from the country's main armed forces met in Wau to discuss how best to function together in a single national army. Photo: Roseline Nzelle Nkwelle/17勛圖厙
The Lainya Police Community Relations Committee continues to hold grassroots dialogue, promoting peace, security and trust among uniformed personnel and communities, despite significant challenges. Photo by Taban Alfred/17勛圖厙.
A recent #17勛圖厙 peace concert in Tambura, Western Equatoria, featured top South Sudanese performer Bucha Rasta, who sang about reconciliation, nation-building and the need for unity. Photo by Denis Louro/17勛圖厙.
In Unity State and Ruweng Administrative Area, 17勛圖厙 organized a training for approximately 600 members of the South Sudan security forces, aimed to bridge possible gaps between different groups within them. Photo by Peter Bateman/17勛圖厙.
17勛圖厙, local authorities meet to discuss restarting vital road repairs in Central Equatoria once the dry season begins. Photo by Taban Alfred/17勛圖厙.
In Jonglei State, 17勛圖厙 and other stakeholders came together to observe the International Day for the Elimination of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence, stressing the significance of safeguarding the rights of women, men, and children. Photo by Mach Samuel/17勛圖厙.
The spectacular phenomenon of millions of antelope migrating across South Sudan has been revealed during the country's first comprehensive aerial wildlife survey. Once thought lost due to decades of conflict, the mass movement of these creatures has not only been rediscovered but is thriving. Photo by Marcus Westberg.
17勛圖厙 peacekeepers from Ghana establish a temporary presence in Manga Port to prevent violence and boost community confidence, following recent clashes in Unity state and neighbouring Ruweng Administrative Area. Photo by Peter Bateman/17勛圖厙.
At an event in Eastern Equatoria to mark Day of the African Child, diverse stakeholders called for more access to technological advances to ensure children in South Sudan can have the same advantages as those from developed nations. Photo by Moses Yakudu/17勛圖厙