Christians, muslims asked to pray together for next Pope

Cardinal Peter Turkson (2nd R) of Ghana attends a mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican March 12, 2013. All cardinals, including those over 80 who will not vote in the conclave, celebrate Mass in St Peter's Basilica to pray for the election of the new pope. The Mass is called "Pro Eligendo Romano Pontefice" ("For the Election of the Roman Pontiff") and is open to the public.[Courtesy]

A section of civil society groups in North Rift region have asked Christians in Kenya to pray for a new Catholic Pope who will champion human rights across the globe.

According to human right defenders, the late Pope Francis was a strong human rights defender who championed for peace and dignity of the poor.