South Sudan | Ekklesia

Receive our daily news briefing or weekly bulletin

Robin Hood tax

Still Human Still Here coalition on asylum

Accord Coalition for inclusive schooling

Ekklesia bookshop

Join Ekklesia on Facebook

Follow Ekklesia on Twitter

Advertise with Ekklesia

Reach tens of thousands of people instantly by advertising with Ekklesia. Find out more

Today's most viewed

Charity Gifts and Sponsorship

Ekklesia is pleased to support, adopt and sponsor: Present Aid charity gifts from Christian Aid Alternative charity gifts from World Vision Oxfam Unwrapped charity gifts Unicef inspired gifts Adopt an animal with WWF Practical charity gifts from Practical Presents CAFOD World Gifts SOS Child Sponsorship

South Sudan

26 Apr 2013

Sudanese churches an important voice in rebuilding nation

The World Council of Churches General Secretary has stressed the important role of Sudanese churches in rebuilding their nation after years of conflict.
25 Jan 2013

Plight of South Sudan to be highlighted on World Leprosy Day

Every two minutes someone is diagnosed with leprosy, says the body promoting World Leprosy Day 2013, which will be marked on Sunday 27 January.
28 Nov 2012

Religious leaders warn of mass suffering in Sudan

Religious leaders have warned of mass suffering in Sudan’s so-called ‘Two Areas’, as bombardment intensifies and civilians become targets.
27 Nov 2012

Sudanese faith groups in united call for action on famine

A Christian bishop and a Muslim MP will form part of a Sudanese delegation to Ethiopia this week. They will urge the African Union to tackle famine and violence.
19 Apr 2012

Church bodies concerned over escalating Sudan conflict

Two international church bodies have called for an immediate ceasefire in the renewed fighting between Sudan and South Sudan.
23 Jan 2012

Churches under continuing pressure in southern Sudan

Churches in Sudan are reportedly facing increased restrictions and hostility, since the secession of the southern part of the country six months ago.
17 Jan 2012

Christian Aid assists civilians fleeing violence in South Sudan

Christian Aid has begun assisting civilians displaced by the recent spate of inter-communal violence in the remote town of Pipor in Jonglei state, South Sudan.
16 Jan 2012

New oil dispute threatens prospects for peace between Sudan and South Sudan

Reports of the confiscation of South Sudan’s oil by the Republic of Sudan threaten the region’s prospects for peace say Global Witness
5 Nov 2011

Sudan churches remain united despite division of countries

Despite the 2012 independence vote by South Sudan, churches will remain united with those in the North, to help those in Muslim-majority Sudan.
14 Aug 2011

Churches coming under more pressure in North Sudan

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

Find out more

Related Research

Fair school admissions: research and rationale

6 Jun 2013
Consultation on the Marriage and Civil Partnership (Scotland) Bill

20 Mar 2013
Truth and lies about poverty, benefits and welfare

1 Mar 2013
Hunger can be ended: but how and by whom?

3 Feb 2013
Questioning Demos: faith groups, social justice and public services

23 Jan 2013

Get our news every day