South African Council of Churches Declares National Day of Prayer on May 5 Ahead of General Elections

The South African Council of Churches has declared a national day of prayer on May 5, leading up to the general elections. Acting general secretary Mzwandile Molo is calling for nationwide participation in prayer, emphasizing the need for unity to ensure a peaceful, fair, and intimidation-free election process in the face of heightened contestation. The event is specifically aimed at combating political violence, with the upcoming elections anticipated to be one of South Africa’s most fiercely contested. The Council of Churches hopes that collective prayer will contribute to fostering a climate of harmony and fairness during this crucial democratic exercise.