Bobo Madare in Burkina Faso

People Name:	Bobo Madare
Country:	Burkina Faso
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	290,000
World Population:	290,000
Primary Language:	Bobo Madare, Southern
Primary Religion:	Islam
Christian Adherents:	0.02 %
Evangelicals:	0.01 %
Scripture:	Complete Bible
Ministry Resources:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	Soninke
Affinity Bloc:	Sub-Saharan Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction

The primary occupation of the Bobo Madare is farming. They raise millet, sorghum, peanuts, tomatoes, a small number of chickens, goats and other livestock. Women and men join in the daily agricultural chores. Women are also responsible for all cooking, washing, childcare and obtaining water. Children are expected to help with chores at a very early age. Education remains a privilege for only a few children and school enrollment creates a financial strain on families. Life remains challenging for the Bobo Madare. Malaria, measles, meningitis and malnutrition take many lives. Healthcare is often inaccessible and unaffordable. Loving servants of Jesus who have medical experience can offer help and open spiritual doors.

Ministry Obstacles

Many churches have been established in the southern area of the Bobo Madare. Many have professed conversion to Christianity, but most of the population remains rooted in Islam and traditional animistic beliefs. They need open hearts.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray for the Lord to thrust out workers among these people and for persons of peace to welcome them.
Pray that the Lord would raise up church planters and disciplers among this people group and bring glory to Christ and his word.