Sudan’s Kiir vows to uphold religious freedom in South

August 23, 2009 (JUBA) — The First Vice President of Sudan and president of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit stressed the importance of religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence in the semi-autonomous region.

Kiir addressing the advisory council of Muslims in South Sudan reiterated the respect of Sudan People Liberation Movement (SPLM) “respects all religions an treating them without discrimination,”

He added that there is no turning back from spreading the religious freedoms as well as tolerance and brotherhood in the South.

The SPLM chief condemned “individual acts” that caused harm to Islamic institutions in the South and said that the Government of South Sudan (GoSS) will support the convention morally and financially.

The South Sudan Muslims’ advisory council agreed on holding conferences in South Sudan for the states during the ongoing holy month of Ramadan and endorsed the charter so that it can be presented to the members next month for final approval.

(ST)