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Here We Go Again

A few weeks ago we wrote about the strikes in Guinea and asked for prayer. All of the unions of Guinea were on strike demanding changes in government among other things. A week later President Conte agreed to appoint a new Prime Minister and after weeks of riots and nearly 100 deaths the strikes ended. We have been kept up to date by the Dentlers from whom we recently heard that the strikes have started up again. The unions are unhappy with the President’s choice of new Prime Minister. Here is the official press release from NTM Guinea:

INFORMATION/ PRESS RELEASE:
President Conte’s choice for a new Prime Minister has been met with widespread disapproval from the unions, civil society, and the general population. Protests today have affected all areas of Guinea, including most regional capitals. In Conakry, tire burning, rock throwing, and other protests have led to looting. These follow serious disturbances Friday in the interior in Guinea. All personnel from village stations are being relocated to our mission base today, in keeping with our contingency strategy. The NTM personnel in Conakry are safe at their homes and will remain in Conakry until it is safe for them to travel by road to the Mission Center. Please continue to pray for the well being of the country, and for a peaceful resolution.
I Timothy 2:1-4

Please pray for the people, government and missionaries of Guinea

Read more about the strike here

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