The churches in Yei River County gathered at Yei’s Freedom Square for a prayer of thanksgiving for the independence of the Republic of South Sudan.
Episcopal Church of Sudan Bishop Hillary Luwate Adebe said the celebration was an occasion for the churches in South Sudan to offer prayers for the new state.He called for a government based on the concept of equity and economic inclusion of all citizens, including women.
Hundreds of people form all the denominations in Yei County gathered for the prayers.