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STORY: SOUTH SUDAN / UN DAY
TRT: 04:21
SOURCE: UNMISS
RESTRICTIONS: NONE
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH / NATS
DATELINE: 24 OCTOBER 2024, JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN / FILE
24 OCTOBER 2024, JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN
1. Pan right, from South Sudanese cultural group performing to diplomatic community watching
2. Med shot, revelers watching and nodding to tune of cultural dance
3. Various shots, cultural group performing
4. Med shot, students from Juba University filming with their cell phones
5. Wide shot, UNMISS Force Commander and UNMISS Head of Police dancing with cultural group
6. Various shots, cultural group performing
7. Various shots, cultural group from Rwanda dancing
8. Various shots, drummer performance
9. Med shot, UNMISS Force Commander, UNMISS Police Commissioner and diplomat watching dancers
10. SOUNDBITE (English) John Mathok, Student Leader, University of Juba:
“Let us remember that the journey ahead is not just for us but for generations to come. Together, we must carry forward the torch of hope and resilience. We are the architects of our future. Let us build it together, in the spirit of solidarity and partnership.”
FILE – VARIOUS DATES AND LOCATIONS
11. Various shots, independence night
12. Pan right, protection of civilians site
24 OCTOBER 2024, JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN
13. Various shots, United Nations entities with people visiting the stalls
14. SOUNDBITE (English) Lieutenant General Mohan Subramanian, Force Commander, United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS):
“Our enduring commitment to the South Sudanese people is highlighted by our consistent support to the ongoing peace process. Our priority is to help this young nation advance political solutions to achieve lasting peace, development, stability and democracy envisaged in the Revitalized Peace Agreement.”
15. Wide shot, section of audience
16. SOUNDBITE (English) Justo Wani, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Juba:
“It has become clearer and stronger that all nations must act together for every nation to be better. As a young nation, we face problems in celebrating and accepting our own diversity, as well as forging a cohesive and common national identity.”
17. Various shots, crowd dancing to traditional music calling for unity of people
The vibrant and diverse cultures of South Sudan and of the countries contributing to United Nations efforts of build peace in the conflict-affected nation were showcased at a special event commemorating United Nations Day in the capital Juba.
Hosted by the University of Juba, the event was an opportunity to stress the important role of South Sudanese youth as ambassadors for peace and future leaders.
SOUNDBITE (English) John Mathok, Student Leader, University of Juba:
“Let us remember that the journey ahead is not just for us but for generations to come. Together, we must carry forward the torch of hope and resilience. We are the architects of our future. Let us build it together, in the spirit of solidarity and partnership.”
South Sudan became the 193rd member of the United Nations after achieving its independence 14 years ago. However, millions of people continue to suffer from conflict, extreme food insecurity, and the impact of climate shocks, including extraordinary flooding.
To overcome these challenges, the UN family is providing a wide range of support, including protecting civilians, promoting human rights, providing life-saving humanitarian aid, and driving efforts to secure sustainable peace.
SOUNDBITE (English) Lieutenant General Mohan Subramanian, Force Commander, United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS):
“Our enduring commitment to the South Sudanese people is highlighted by our consistent support to the ongoing peace process. Our priority is to help this young nation advance political solutions to achieve lasting peace, development, stability and democracy envisaged in the Revitalized Peace Agreement.”
Speakers at the event called for urgent and united action by the country’s political elite to ensure an inclusive and peaceful transition to democracy by building institutional capacities, creating an open civic and political space, and fostering momentum in drafting a permanent constitution.
SOUNDBITE (English) Justo Wani, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Juba:
“It has become clearer and stronger that all nations must act together for every nation to be better. As a young nation, we face problems in celebrating and accepting our own diversity, as well as forging a cohesive and common national identity.”
The message to all South Sudanese on this day was to transcend their differences and unite in the pursuit of the peace and prosperity they deserve.
