Politics....
From the Zambian front...
The 2006 election was hotly contested. Mwanawasa was re-elected over Michael Sata of the Patriotic Front and Hakainde Hichilema of the United Democratic Alliance. He was a different breed from his predecessors. He went after corruption. He served courageously. He suffered a mild stroke in April followed by a serious stroke at the end of June. He passed away on August 19, 2008.
The Zambian Constitution requires that a president by-election be called within 90 days. Vice President Banda is serving as President until the October 30th election. Tensions are high. Africa News is reporting protests in Livingstone due to suspected election fraud.
The Gregersen's moved to the Namwianga Mission in Kolomo, Zambia a few years ago. This is a quote from their blog:
"Late yesterday we received a warning from the American Embassy, advising Americans to stay clear of all campaign gatherings, polling places, and election events for the next few days."
Our own election is beginning to fatigue even the strongest among us. Friends are becoming "frenemies". Even so, I'm thankful that we can freely and safely vote. I am thankful for the "system" even with it's flaws. I will deal the flawed system. I will deal with flawed human leaders--aren't we all at least a little flawed?
This election may not go the way that I want. Someone will win. Someone will lose. Just like every previous election. What I do know is that God is our ultimate leader. He will rule regardless of who wins this election.
Back to the Gregersen's blog.... They mentioned that the students are excused from classes for the rest of the week so that they can go home to vote. They have to return to their home districts to vote. Please pray for Zambia as October 30th approaches. Please pray for the safety of the students as they travel.
I already voted. Yes, I did. I'm still not sure how early voting is "Constitutional" but I'm sure thankful to have options. Pray that people remain calm in the coming days. Pray for our future leaders. Pray for this country. And, for goodness sake, GO VOTE! :O)
Grace. Peace. And all of God's blessings....
The 2006 election was hotly contested. Mwanawasa was re-elected over Michael Sata of the Patriotic Front and Hakainde Hichilema of the United Democratic Alliance. He was a different breed from his predecessors. He went after corruption. He served courageously. He suffered a mild stroke in April followed by a serious stroke at the end of June. He passed away on August 19, 2008.
The Zambian Constitution requires that a president by-election be called within 90 days. Vice President Banda is serving as President until the October 30th election. Tensions are high. Africa News is reporting protests in Livingstone due to suspected election fraud.
The Gregersen's moved to the Namwianga Mission in Kolomo, Zambia a few years ago. This is a quote from their blog:
"Late yesterday we received a warning from the American Embassy, advising Americans to stay clear of all campaign gatherings, polling places, and election events for the next few days."
Our own election is beginning to fatigue even the strongest among us. Friends are becoming "frenemies". Even so, I'm thankful that we can freely and safely vote. I am thankful for the "system" even with it's flaws. I will deal the flawed system. I will deal with flawed human leaders--aren't we all at least a little flawed?
This election may not go the way that I want. Someone will win. Someone will lose. Just like every previous election. What I do know is that God is our ultimate leader. He will rule regardless of who wins this election.
Back to the Gregersen's blog.... They mentioned that the students are excused from classes for the rest of the week so that they can go home to vote. They have to return to their home districts to vote. Please pray for Zambia as October 30th approaches. Please pray for the safety of the students as they travel.
I already voted. Yes, I did. I'm still not sure how early voting is "Constitutional" but I'm sure thankful to have options. Pray that people remain calm in the coming days. Pray for our future leaders. Pray for this country. And, for goodness sake, GO VOTE! :O)
Grace. Peace. And all of God's blessings....
Labels: Election 2008, the Gregersen's, Zambia
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