Representatives of more than 500 religious in South Sudan, say they have seen some worrying signs in the country, including water pollution, land, air, deforestation and cutting down of trees without replacement.
They describe the burning of forests, overgrazing and desertification and oil exploitation as a grave polluting agent.
Sensitize our people on the importance of planting trees, keeping the environment clean, particularly in urban areas and improving and practicing agriculture, the Religious Superiors’ Association of South Sudan appeal.
Representatives of more than 500 religious present in South Sudan came together in Juba last month, to reflect on the message of the Encyclical letter of Pope Francis ‘Laudato Si’ translated from Latin language as “May You be praised” and its implications.