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Kenya: World Vision's Work Continues After Deadly Bombing

World Vision staff members request prayer for those affected by the explosion in Nairobi's central district.

June 12, 2007

By Patterson Siema - World Vision Kenya Communications Manager

Please note: If a sponsored child is directly affected by a crisis or disaster, it is World Vision's policy to notify that child's sponsor as soon as possible.

Anna Njaka with her son, Jonathan Njaka, 7 -- who is among more than 27,000 children sponsored through World Vision -- proudly carry home maize cobs from the World Vision demonstration garden in Taita-Taveta, Kenya. World Vision is working hard to address Kenya's many challenges, including food insecurity.

An explosion in central Nairobi, Kenya's capital, killed one and injured dozens more in a bombing that occurred in the early hours of June 11.

World Vision Staff Safe

No World Vision staff members were hurt in the explosion, and our work is continuing unaffected. "We feel for those who have been affected by this explosion, and we are praying for their families and that the Lord may provide them strength to go through this tough time," says Girma Begashaw, World Vision's national director in Kenya.

Three Suspects Arrested

World Vision in Kenya has sent a representative from its Humanitarian and Emergency Affairs Division to assess the damages and determine if World Vision assistance is needed.

According to Reuters, Kenyan police said on Tuesday that they had arrested three suspects in the bombing, which revived traumatic memories of past bomb attacks.

Kenya has faced numerous challenges over the years, including recent prolonged drought in many parts of the country.

Learn More

>> Read a Reuters follow-up account of the bombing.

Get Involved

>> Please pray for those affected by the recent bombing, especially children, who are most emotionally vulnerable. Please also pray for peace to prevail in this East African nation that has already faced many challenges, including recent prolonged drought.
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Learn More

Read a Reuters follow-up account of the bombing.

Get Involved

Please pray for those affected by the recent bombing, especially children, who are most emotionally vulnerable. Please also pray for peace to prevail in this East African nation that has already faced many challenges, including recent prolonged drought.
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