If you had to stand in a queue (line) for six hours at the minimum to vote – Would you?
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| A picture of the queue on the front page of the Nation newspaper. Kenyans waiting to vote in Kenya's Presidential election |
The minimum wait time to vote in the presidential elections in Kenya was six hours – in some areas people stood in the queue for eight to ten hours. The polls were to close at 5 p.m.; however in an effort to be fair and peaceful the polls stayed open until the last voter, who was in the queue at 5:00 p.m., voted – it was 11:15 p.m. when the last polling station closed. In a world where voter turnout is low when it rains or is too cold --- Kenyans stand out -- determined to exercise their opportunity to elect their government leaders.
God has been at work in the hearts of Kenyans. A heavy emphasis was placed on a peaceful election and for the most part, we have experienced just that. The results are trickling in – emphasis is also on transparency and the security of the ballots; which will help to promote peace as the results are announced. Because many polling stations are located in remote areas, this process is painfully slow – all eyes are on the television and all ears on the radio.
This is just a short update – things are peaceful thus far. God is working His will and His way – We glorify Him as He works in the hearts of Kenyans.
Thank you for praying.
Please continue to pray that peace will reign as the final tally is announced.