The violence following the death of Sudanese Vice-President John Garang (click here for details) appears to have subsided in recent days. While the official death toll stands at approximately 130, some reports say as many as 400 were killed. The death toll climbed as mobs of Arab Muslims raided Christian areas of Khartoum in retaliation for riots by southern Sudanese youth. Pray that the violence will completely cease and that Dr. Garang's dream of peace for Sudan will be realized.
Update: Violence Subsiding
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- Country Information
Population
49,197,555 (2023 est.)Ethnicity (%)
Sudanese Arab (70), Fur, Beja, Nuba and Fallata (30)Religion
Sunni Muslim, small Christian minorityLeader
President (to be determined)
Transitional military leadership in placeGovernment type
Presidential republicLegal system
Mixed legal system of Islamic law and English common lawSource: CIA World Factbook
- Pray for Sudan
Pray that Christians throughout Sudan will continue to entrust themselves to Christ and preach the Gospel boldly, knowing Jesus is the ruler over the kings of the earth (2 Timothy 1:7-12, Revelation 1:5).
Pray also that peace, justice and religious freedom may be firmly established.
