Muslim communities in South Sudan’s Eastern Equatoria State have resolved to unite towards extending services to the grassroots population.
At a Muslims meeting in Torit on Monday, the faithful noted that their activities were mostly centered within towns, hence the need to spread out.
Besides the hosts, the meeting organized by the Islamic Council in Eastern Equatoria, brought together delegates from Somalia, Kenya, Uganda and Sudan. It aimed at embracing peace and unity for all Muslims in the State.
Ugandan delegate Abdel-Wahab Abdalla urged Muslims to desist from false accusations and disunity, saying the vices were a hindrance to their peaceful co-existence and service delivery.
“The Muslims are one, be they from Uganda, Somalia, Darfur or Kenya. The problems that arise in their midst should be directed to our office,” he said.
Equally, Abdalla added, Muslims were brothers with non-Muslims and I request them to build schools together for the future generations.
Sudanese Muslim resident of Eastern Equatoria State Silliman Ahmed called for cooperation with the other stakeholders and the local communities. He, however, admitted, there have been disagreements over finances, hence the need to strengthen the financial status and the commitment towards raising funds.
Eastern Equatoria State woman delegate Ruhaya Belet Kodi decried the lack of financial support to boost women activities. She appealed to the international community and the partners to support them in improving the places of worship across the State.
The Eastern Equatoria State Islamic Council Secretary General, Sheikh Awad Omar, cautioned politicians against inciting the Muslims. He urged fellow Muslims and Christians to work together for peace and unity.