A bit of good news is available on the Kenyan political scene. Opposition leaders have called off mass demonstrations which were scheduled for Thursday. In Kenyan parlance, mass demonstration usually means an excuse for violence. Many were holding their breaths today, until this news surfaced. Now many are very relieved.
Kofi Annan continues talking with the president and the opposition leader, and the president of Tanzania, who is also the chair of the African Union, is now in Kenya trying to help facilitate negotiations as well. Condoleeza Rice even weighed in on the matter yesterday, reiterating her notice that actions would be taken against anyone attempting to scuttle the talks. The leaders of this country must feel as if all eyes are upon them. If they would only listen to the people they would realize that peace is the only real issue the vast majority of Kenyans care about.
Thursday I am planning on going to a town hall meeting at the U.S. embassy. The ambassador is speaking. I will fill you all in on his perceptions of the political situation as soon as I can.
Blessings,Horace
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