Examining the contributions of religions in building peace in South Sudan

Communal and political violent conflicts across the country have come to characterize bigger part of South Sudanese society. Many people have lost their lives and many more continue to suffer as a result. There is undeniable hatred and mistrust that continue to fuel the unrest in the Society. Although peace remains elusive in the society many internal and external actors together with partners are doing their best to build peace in South Sudan.

What roles can religions play in building peaceful South Sudan?

1.    Bishop Emeritus. Enock Tombe; Signatory to the R- ARCSS, advisor to the All-African Churches and former SG of Sudan Council of Churches.  

2.    Fr James Oyet; Secretary General of the South Sudan Council of Churches 

3.     Shiekh. Abdalla Barach; Secretary General of South Sudan Islamic Council 

4.    Pastor Stephen Mawien; National Coordinator for Justice, Peace and Reconciliation in the ECSS