(BBC) Bishop of Sherborne sees 'jubilant' birth of South Sudan

A Dorset bishop who was invited to South Sudan to see the country celebrate its independence said it was a “jubilant” occasion.

The Diocese of Salisbury has had links with the region for 39 years and has sent several figures to the region.

Bishop of Sherborne, Dr Graham Kings, said it was important to show support for the new nation.

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