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Saturday, 16 April 2011 14:12
INSIGHT ARTICLE: Ivory Coast religion and democracy
Laurent Gbagbo had sadly claimed fraud using security forces to instigate civil war until being forced out. Historically Gbagbo enjoyed support from United States leaders who respect democratic values, but those values took second place to…
Tuesday, 12 April 2011 16:49
South Africa: Concern over violent protests
South African Council of Churches has warned their state leaders that all efforts must be made to save democracy lest they walk the path of Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya. ‘It is becoming apparent that in areas…
Tuesday, 12 April 2011 16:48
China: House Church persecution increase
Chinese authorities raided a house church in Shaanxi Province where twelve believers were gathered for Sunday worship in the village of Ma'an. A local police chief and two officers broke into the home, confiscated Bibles and…
Tuesday, 12 April 2011 16:47
Ivory Coast: Tensions despite calm
Archbishop Jean-Pierre Kutwa of Abidjan said shootings have reduced but it is a disquieting calm and very tense. People are barricaded in their homes, some without water, electricity or food as they await the finale to…
Tuesday, 12 April 2011 16:46
Mexico: Seeking divine intervention
In Mexico's historically violent border region faith leaders from both sides of the US-Mexico border are launching a joint prayer and fasting initiative this month seeking divine intervention to resolve drug cartel trafficking and violence plaguing…
Tuesday, 12 April 2011 16:45
Yemen: Translation from a Yemeni Imam’s blog
The youth is the hope of a nation its backbone and future. When I consider the demands for change sweeping the entire region, I understand and appreciate the people’s longing for change for the better. In…