South Sudan: Clean-up campaign at United Nations (UN) Protection of Civilians site in Malakal promotes a healthier environment
Life for families displaced by conflict is already difficult enough. However, living in crowded conditions only has access to very basic services can pose a greater challenge.
About 42,000 people live in the UN’s civilian sites that protect Marakar. To help improve the environment, collective cleanup activities were conducted to remove blocked drainage systems so that stagnant water can flow more smoothly into the main channels, thereby improving sanitation facilities. Trash like plastic bags and bottles were also collected.
The initiative is led by the United Nations Police Service (UNPOL) and serves on the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), including officials in Rwanda, IOM, Danish Refugee Council and community leaders.
The head of the extraordinary field office in Malakal, Alfred Orono, highlights the importance of a clean environment to the safety of the community.
“This initiative will also promote trust and cooperation among peacekeepers, humanitarian partners and local populations,” he said. “I urge the community to take this positive role model as its heart, to incorporate it into their daily work and to maintain it. Health Community.”
The cancellation of commander Nelson Bugingo highlighted the importance of teamwork and shared responsibility.
“Improving the quality of life of residents is essential to achieving lasting peace in the community. By building connections, individuals can share experiences and work together to address many of the challenges they face,” he said.
The program attracts many community members, including youth and women, who demonstrate the power of collective action.
“This effort not only benefits displaced communities, but also inspires us to contribute to promoting and living healthier lives,” said Bolis Bol, chairman of the Community Observation Group.
Distributed by Apo Group on behalf of the United Nations Mission (UNMISS) in South Sudan.
