Muslims in South Sudan, through their national council, want to forge a regional network with other Islamic councils of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
During their recent leadership forum held in Juba, the South Sudanese Muslims expressed interest to form mutual cooperation, particularly with Islamic councils in East Africa.
The council also announced a training visit to Uganda for delegation members to benefit from the experience of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council in administration and governance, in line with institutional transformation goals.
The inaugural Leadership Forum of the South Sudan Islamic Council was held in the capital Juba, with the attendance of branch secretaries and heads of Shura councils from various states.
The gathering was part of efforts to promote good governance and strategic planning.
Held under the slogan “Working Together to Enhance Administrative Efficiency, Shura, and Good Governance,” the religious ’Shura’ forum took place at the Islamic Council’s headquarters in the Al-Farouq Tahir Biour Conference Hall.
Participants discussed mechanisms for improving institutional performance and aligning local plans with the council’s strategic vision.
The key topics of discussion included the evaluation of the administrative and organizational performance of the council’s branches and strengthening coordination between central and local leadership.
Delegates also addressed the activation of the role of Shura and exchanged expertise among states.
Calls to Enhance Community Peace:
Participants emphasized the role of religious leaders in promoting values of tolerance and peace, especially amid current social challenges, calling for enhanced dialogue among community components.
The Islamic Leadership forum concluded with directives from the Chairman of the South Sudan’s Shura Council, His Eminence Sheikh Munir Awad and Secretary-General of the council, Dr. Abdullah Baraj.
Both leaders stressed the importance of benefiting from regional experiences and enhancing the competence of religious leaders to serve the Muslim community.
This forum represents a pivotal step in the Islamic Council’s journey toward a more effective institution that reflects the aspirations of Muslims in South Sudan within a developed institutional framework.