Pray for Tanzania

Written By Rachel Worthington McQueen

 “Without prayers we cannot overcome all this.”

Rev. Emmanuel Lubacha - Bishop of the Tanzanian Synod

On the 29th October, Tanzanians protesting President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s re-election were met with violence. Hundreds were killed, with many more kidnapped or detained.

As demonstrations escalated, businesses and properties were looted or burnt down leaving many homeless and without basic supplies. The Methodist Church in Tanzania also suffered damage to buildings, with iron sheeting stolen from a new local church.

This recent turmoil has worsened an already difficult economic situation in the country, with prices fluctuating and essential goods not available, people are struggling to cope.

With further demonstrations planned for 9th December, there is fear that more violence will break out.

Rev. Emmanuel Lubacha has asked us to pray for:

  • Peace

  • Recovery of the Tanzanian Economy

  • Unity in the Nation

  • Leaders having a positive response to citizens

Please remember our brothers and sisters in Tanzania at this time.

 
Rachel Worthington McQueen
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