Akerfa

I visited Felistus, Vonnie and Precious, new born babies of three of the Zambikes team members. Elliot could not wait to introduce to me his new wife, whom he first met while at work at Zambikes.

I was able to visit the homes of Zambikes’ employees who had been able to upgrade their roofs to iron sheets instead of the grass roofs that leak regardless of the quality. Four other team members led me to their respective, newly purchased plots of land. I began attending the new church across the street that recently emerged out of the morning Bible studies  at Zambikes.

Before Zambikes was founded in August of 2007, we recognized that communities in Zambia were restricted by limited choices and nearly non-existent opportunities for success.

What excites me most now is that Zambikes provides the opportunity for people to move forward.  Success is possible if they strive to work hard, be punctual and do their jobs to the best of their abilities.

I often ask the crew how they managed to provide for themselves and their families before Zambikes. Their answer is always that “times were hard.” It is a miracle how these same team members have transitioned to bless people who are in the same places they have been.

The momentum of turning Africa around is not only happening in Kapampa, but in all corners of Zambia.  The bicycle carts, Zambulances and Zambikes are changing lives daily in every area.

It is exciting knowing that new projects are being formulated in Uganda and other north-eastern African nations. The relationships that have developed within Africa and into Asia continually amaze me. It wows me knowing that David Sacher is still trekking down the coast of South America riding on our behalf.

For those of you who are able to join the ACIRFA (a.ker.fa) team for the Denver Banquet in February, I am excited for you to hear even more of our exciting plans for 2010. The fulfillment of our visions and dreams for Africa are becoming a reality because of your prayers and financial support.

ACIRFA is truly empowering the underprivileged through Zambikes, breathing hope into Zambia and throughout the world.

Thankful for changed lives, hope and opportunities,

Vaughn Spethmann

Co-Founder

info@abikes.org