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Ending the Use of Child Soldiers in Darfur While there is much evidence to indicate a groundswell of change has been steadily gathering momentum to end the use of child soldiers completely in Darfur, much more work remains to…
13 May 2013 – As security reform was a priority of the South Sudanese government, austerity measures had not affected disarmament programmes, a senior government official said in Juba today. Speaking to journalists at a press…
Ephemeral Craft: An Interview with Henna Artist Fatima Mohamed Henna, a temporary art form, has long been used to enhance personal style or make a fashion statement. In the conflict-torn region of Darfur, the craft is serving…
Solidarity Market: WFP’s New Food System The time when the World Food Programme distributed food only from trucks is passing. Now, the agency is implementing a new, efficient method designed to stimulate local economies. By…
Local Mediation to End Tribal Disputes Even with a signed ceasefire agreement in place, conflict between tribes in North Darfur has continued. UNAMID’s Civil Affairs section has been working to support local mediation…
A Medical Clinic for the People UNAMID’s Hospital in Kabkabiya is staffed by a military contingent with the sole purpose of providing medical services not only to peacekeepers, but also to members of the local community. By…