It's been a almost a week since my previous posting, and todate, we still do not have any "deal" in the mediation talks. Most Kenyans are tired waiting and some have even given up. Some even feel that once the mediation team leaves, we will be back to square one. Both sides keep coming up with different scenarios and proposals. I gave up following the news....since nothing seems to have any meaning at all. At one point, both sides would agree to something and then it changes within hours. Like most of my Kenyan friends. I am pretty frustrated as well. Please keep your prayers up for Kenya. The battle is far from over.
On a more positive note, the camp in Tigoni (about 40 minutes from us) which has swelled to thousands of refugees within days are now closed. The reason is a good one. Some Kenyans who live in England collected money and send it with a couple here. The couple then organised for buses to transport the refugees and their belongings to wherever they want to go - I was told over 100 buses were organised.
Another good thing is that the University we are serving in is finally receiving her charter, which has been in the works since 1985 (!). The President himself will be coning for a special ceremony this Friday. The whole campus is buzzing with activites in preparation for the ceremony.
Yesterday, I had two Valentine fellowship and both went well. As usual, I forgot my camera but I will post about it tomorrow....the fellowships were a much needed distraction for the students in this very stressful times.
On a more positive note, the camp in Tigoni (about 40 minutes from us) which has swelled to thousands of refugees within days are now closed. The reason is a good one. Some Kenyans who live in England collected money and send it with a couple here. The couple then organised for buses to transport the refugees and their belongings to wherever they want to go - I was told over 100 buses were organised.
Another good thing is that the University we are serving in is finally receiving her charter, which has been in the works since 1985 (!). The President himself will be coning for a special ceremony this Friday. The whole campus is buzzing with activites in preparation for the ceremony.
Yesterday, I had two Valentine fellowship and both went well. As usual, I forgot my camera but I will post about it tomorrow....the fellowships were a much needed distraction for the students in this very stressful times.
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Keep the news coming.
Rosemary
Will be praying and don't give up. Great work you are doing there and God Bless!