⛪ Juba Cathedral
South Sudan
About This Sacred Site
Juba Cathedral, also known as St Teresa's Cathedral, is the main Roman Catholic church in the capital of South Sudan. The cathedral and the broader Catholic Church played a crucial role during Sudan's civil wars, providing humanitarian aid, education, and spiritual comfort to displaced populations. After South Sudan's independence in 2011, the cathedral became a symbol of hope and reconciliation. It continues to serve as a centre for peacebuilding efforts in a nation still recovering from conflict.
Key Facts
- •Also known as St Teresa's Cathedral
- •The Catholic Church was instrumental in South Sudan's independence movement
- •Served as a humanitarian centre during the Sudanese civil wars
- •South Sudan became the world's newest country in 2011
- •Christianity is the predominant religion in South Sudan
Location
Coordinates: 4.8517, 31.5825
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