General elections in Nepal

General elections are due to be held in Nepal in March. Pray for a peaceful election, wisdom for those who are voting, and for the right leaders to be elected. Lift up our staff, partners and people we serve to God, asking for protection and safety during this time.

Refugees in Burundi

Two months ago, a second wave of refugees arrived in Burundi from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and were settled in Busuma refugee camp in the eastern part of the country. They are living in extremely poor conditions, with many of their basic needs still unmet. They also face serious health risks, including diseases such as cholera. Tearfund and our local partner, Help Channel Burundi, are working alongside other humanitarian organisations to provide non-food items, as well as water, sanitation and hygiene kits, to 4,000 families. However, a further 8,000 families remain in urgent need of assistance. Pray that God will open doors to provide for the refugees, protect them from disease, strengthen and resource Tearfund staff and partners, and bring peace to the DRC.

Flooding in Colombia

Recent heavy rains in Colombia have caused widespread flooding. In the areas where Tearfund works with local churches, communities are facing significant losses: homes have been destroyed or severely damaged, livestock have died, livelihoods have been devastated and many families have been forced to seek refuge. Tearfund is supporting churches, many of which have become shelters for displaced families, by helping them acquire food, mattresses and mosquito nets. Praise God that many of the churches that have participated in Tearfund’s Transforming Communities training have mobilised quickly to respond, and young people who are part of Tearfund’s Latin America Youth Network are also involved. Pray that these churches will reach those who need assistance, for comfort and provision for all those affected and for protection from further heavy rain.