Greetings from the Central Africa Medical Missions in Zambia and Malawi!

Perhaps you are experiencing a snowstorm, bitter cold, or the dry winds of winter. Today it is 74 degrees Fahrenheit in both Lusaka, Zambia and Lilongwe, Malawi.

The chance of rain or thunderstorms this week is 39%-80% each day. With the holidays behind us, warm temps and the rainy season signal the start of our busiest days. We are always excited to see the rains come as the planting and growing season begin … but then the mosquitoes begin to hatch. Our clinics see the most patients from now in January to April due to malaria. Last year, however, April and May were record months. For the past year, Malawi has experienced a shortage of medications and fuel. The medications that are available are costing us more. No relief is expected soon. The shortage is not as severe in Zambia for which we are very grateful.

Thank you for your continued prayers in our efforts to be a bridge to the Gospel in Zambia and Malawi.

(Linda Liesener, CAMM committee chair)