It said a moratorium on religious gatherings, even at the lower levels of the country's Covid-19 lockdown, was 'grossly unfair' and called for a review of the decision.
Durban – Freedom of Religion South Africa said on Thursday a moratorium on religious gatherings, even at the lower levels of the country's Covid-19 lockdown, was "grossly unfair" and called for a review of the decision.
Swain said government should be willing and able to justify its decision to limit the fundamental rights of citizens. "However, no consultation or consideration seems to have been given to the current approach, which puts religious gatherings of any number in the same category as nightclubs and sporting events.
"Government must review its current position regarding the religious community. Failing to do so, is to overlook or underrate the essential and unique contribution of the religious community. "These actions include the feeding and clothing of the poor, the elderly and otherwise vulnerable people as well as comforting, counselling, encouraging, caring for and supporting those impacted.
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