Taxis on strike in Abidjan
This photo by Abidjan.net pretty much sums up the problem. No taxis, means no way for most of the population of this city of nearly 6 million to get to work. The taxi drivers are on strike because they can't afford to buy fuel at the rates they are authorized to charge. The drivers set up road blocks to stop people from taking other forms of transportation. We were warned that there could be trouble, so we've stayed here in our neighborhood.
Heavenly Father, help the people in Abidjan to find ways to make ends meet during these extremely inflationary days. Give the government authorities wisdom as they try to calm down the situation.
Labels: Abidjan, life-in-Abidjan
posted by Mike Farho @ 5:40 PM
14 Comments
14 Comments:
Sounds like a mess!
It was great hearing John tell about his experiences in Iraq and Ivory Coast at the Super Adult meeting today. He gave a really good presentation. It sounds like the people where you are really love you. That is wonderful.
Gas has gone as high as $3.99 here. I'm thankful I do not have to drive everyday but I feel for those who need to get to work.
You are in my prayers. I pray for you most every day.
Take care and God bless you all, Love, Eleanor
Mike
I am sorry to hear things are so tough. God is amazing though and He will work this out. I am happy to know you are safe.
Always in my prayers
Donna
Hi Mike & Sue,
The times are getting hard and they will get even harder. We hope you are safe and that you are able to shop in your neighborhood. Diesel in White Sulphur Springs is $4.59 a gallon, to fill our tank it takes about $125.00. Needless to say we are not traveling to much this summer. The truck is loaded down with many people, looks like Cozumel, Mexico when I went there. Mopeds with 4-5 family members hanging off of it.
Can you ride your motorcycle very much or do you walk to the store and to see your neighbors? Are you still keeping in touch by phone? How is the man who sent his family off to Lebanon and had the big tax debt to pay? How is the ringing in your ears?
Take care and God Bless you all, Tim & Kim
Thanks for your love and prayers Tim & Kim.
> Can you ride your motorcycle very much or do you walk to the store and to see your neighbors?
I can't ride the motorcycle too much, because it is still raining about everyday.
>Are you still keeping in touch by phone?
Yes, our phones work good for talking to people around town. Phone calls are one of the few things to cost less here. There are so many phone companies that they keep pushing the prices down.
>How is the man who sent his family off to Lebanon and had the big tax debt to pay?
He is having a great vacation with his family in Lebanon. He might be there for up to two months with them. He will have to pay his taxes when he gets back.
>How is the ringing in your ears?
I wish I could say it is better, but it is still very annoying. Some days it is really loud, like right now. I'm learning to ignore it most of the time.
We will pray to keep you all safe.
Praying GOD intervenes.
Hi!
This is a difficult situation...I will forward this e-mail to our Pastors if you like so they can help praying...
God bless you,
Milly
Mike, just a note. Always grateful for the prayer requests as I count it a privilege to petition our God on your behalf.
Sincerely,
Chip
will be praying and passed it on to prayer warriors on my list.
:) The LORD loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of his unfailing love.
--Psalm 33:5
Yes, it doesn't seem like it's very safe to be on the streets. Be careful & I'll be praying for your safety.
Dear Sue and Mike,
I am standing in prayer with you that God will answer these needs. My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus!
God Bless,
Marilyn
Well, Mike, you know that C.I. is finally catching up to the prices in the rest of West Africa. Too bad it came at such a bad time economically!!!
You were smart to lay low... God will move. Watch and wait. Amen!
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