Lake Kariba is one of the most vital geological treasures in Zambia…and a most essential resource.  Zambia depends primarily on hydroelectric power to produce about 85% of the country’s electricity needs and about 25% of Zambia’s total need.  Twice since we began residing in Zambia (16 years ago) we have seen the water levels of Lake Kariba drop significantly due to drought.  The last drought in 2015 led to power black-outs throughout the country at a rate of nearly 12 hours every day.  That lasted for about 4-6 months.  This month marks the second full month of “load shedding” for the 2024 drought…and once again, we are experiencing significant power shortages.  The prognosis is quite bleak – as load shedding is expected to continue into 2025.  That means a significant shift in our operating strategies. Currently, we are managing very well.  Since we loose power for about 12 hours every day – usually in the day time – we have a primary generator and a secondary back-up unit along with a new solar panel system that we are just beginning to utilize.  This is all well and good unless we loose one of these systems.

We are asking for a 3-part prayer (Parts A – C).

Part A  – that our generator systems remain producing and that we maintain proper service and maintenance to continue our current ministry levels.

Since this situation requires additional costs associated with our daily operating expenses, part B of our prayer request is that we can receive some extra coins to help us meet these additional costs.

Then, part C of our prayer request is that Zambia receives a great rainy season.  The country normally sees ZERO rains from now until the next rainy season starts – as early as November.