Tuesday, February 9, 2010

CHURCH DRAUGHT FUND LAUNCHED

LAUNCH OF THE CHURCH’S DRAUGHT FUND
It has been predicted that there is going to be a draught this year. The rains have not been adequate in most parts of the country and this has adversely impacted on the crop yield. At national level, the country needs about 2 million tonnes of maize every year. Although no survey has been done yet, to ascertain the extent to which this year’s harvest is closer to this figure, it has already been advised that this year’s harvest is not going to be adequate. The country has already been advised to start importing grain from abroad, to the tune of at least 500 000 tonnes.
The Church has also responded to the envisaged draught by setting up a fund which seeks to acquire grain which shall be distributed to those who may be in needy. Those who are willing to donate maize or money are requested to do so through the Executive Council officials. The grain will start to be distributed at the end of the second quarter of the year.
The Church is also considering to engage donors who will assist in the establishment of this important fund. Most people will turn to church for help, in their hour of need; therefore it is important for the church to keep some reserves of food in anticipation of a draught this year

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