Churches in Sudan are reportedly facing increased restrictions and hostility, since the secession of the southern part of the country six months ago.

Reports of the confiscation of South Sudan’s oil by the Republic of Sudan threaten the region’s prospects for peace say Global Witness

Churches in the Muslim north of Sudan are facing pressure from government officials and members of the public who are demanding their closure.

South Sudan achieves its independence today. The new president has received an assurance of continued solidarity from the World Council of Churches.