Medal Ceremony for Senegalese Peacekeepers Serving in Central African Republic
A Senegalese peacekeeper serving with the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), marches during a medal parade in Bangui.
152 women and men, including 139 gendarmes of the Protection Support Unit, as well as UN Police, were presented with the United Nations Medal in recognition of their service and sacrifice. The occasion also served as a celebration of the 59th anniversary of Senegal's independence.