UNITY STATE – Over the last four years, a series of small but real changes have turned Koch County, once marred by conflict, into a totally different and much friendlier beast.
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Donors visiting Koch to see the results of a variety of projects implemented over the last four years were impressed. Photos: Peter Bateman/17³Ô¹ÏÍø
Practice makes perfect as students at the Catholic Health Training Institute learn new skills from 17³Ô¹ÏÍø medical peacekeepers from China. Photo: Michael Wondi/17³Ô¹ÏÍø
Bangladeshi peacekeepers serving for peace in Kuajok continue to win hearts, boost confidence and build trust with host communities. Recently, they handed over school supplies to students in remote areas; gave free medical checks to patients in Kuajok State Hospital and State Prison; distributed sewing machines to help upskill the incarcerated; and built numerous shelters for local police to help them continue upholding the rule of law, even during inclement weather. Photos by Zejin Yin/17³Ô¹ÏÍø
Some 332 Chinese peacekeepers, including 16 women, have received the prestigious UN medal for their service to the cause of durable peace in South Sudan.
Peer through the masses and the greenery and you shall spot an 17³Ô¹ÏÍø-funded maternity ward, handed over to the good and grateful people of Pariak. Photos: Mach Samuel/17³Ô¹ÏÍø
17³Ô¹ÏÍø recently conducted child protection workshops in the counties of Mundri East and Tambura. Photos: Phillip Mbugo/17³Ô¹ÏÍø
How to best prevent crime, make arrests and handle suspects and everyone else with respect - there was plenty to ponder for police officers in Rajaf during a capacity building session offered by their UN counterparts. Photo: Michael Wondi/17³Ô¹ÏÍø
An 17³Ô¹ÏÍø-funded maternity ward has given hope to Magwi residents. Since the new center began operations, committed medical staff have given prenatal care to some 340 women plus ensured over 300 safe deliveries. Photo by Okello James/17³Ô¹ÏÍø