Equip Disciples

Kenya - Background Information

Pray for peace and reconciliation in Kenya. Pray for effective governance and elimination of cronyism and corruption. The security situation in Kenya varies greatly depending on location. Pray especially for the Rift Valley and the Nairobi slums. While we did not be visit either of these locations, pray for peace for the sake of the people in these places, and for the God's kingship to reign in people's lives.

News - Current Events

Rival politicians sign peace deal

Power-sharing agreement reached. 02/28/08

BBC overview on Kenya

Includes links to stories on recent election crisis.

Societal Issues

Call for the church to foster reconciliation

Discipleship, prophetic role are key.

Pornography a big problem

Problem in the media, including FM radio, and in public places, including public transportation (matatus). 06/02/08

Mob kills 11 for alleged witchcraft

300 young men carry out lynching - western Kenya. Another source; 19 have been arrested. 05/22/08

Male circumcision used to combat AIDS

Medical, tribal issues. 05/25/08

Drugs, sex-trade cause calls for discipline in schools

In Kilifi, schools are confronted with drug abuse and sex-trade problems. Calls for re-introducing corporal punishment highlight another reported problem: child abuse. In our view, the problem of discipline is solved with discipleship beginning in the home. 04/03/08