Chadian Arabs
Chadian Arabs
Population: 2.5 million
Location: Central and Southern Chad and parts of Sudan, which is in the dry central Sahel zone.
History: The Chadian Arabs’ ancestors emigrated from Sudan during the 14th century. They were primarily nomadic camel herders and slave traders. Since the 18th century they have counted their wealth in large herds of camels, horses, cattle, goats, and sheep.
Culture: There are 12 tribal groupings among the Arabs. They are mostly farmers and livestock breeders. They are semi-nomadic, searching for grazing land during the rainy season. Some are also business men and shop keepers.
Religion: Islam
Latest Prayer Updates:
Seeds
Please pray for the people we broke fast with over Ramadan. We’ve had many spiritual conversations and planted many seeds. Pray that the seeds will grow and that our neighbors will begin to have questions about Jesus.
Heard the gospel
Pray for the 5 people who heard the gospel. Please pray that the Holy Spirit will lead them to a deep understanding and faith.
