Fadas are conversation groups where men daily gather to escape boredom, share job opportunities, discuss politics and religion, drink tea, and share life with one another. Pray that as these fadas assemble throughout Niamey and surrounding cities, the Gospel of Jesus Christ would permeate their...
In Hausa culture, mothers believe that when a new baby is born, they must never leave the baby alone in the room for fear that evil spirits will transform the child. They believe that if the child is left unattended, an evil spirit will rob...
Many Zarma fear rainbows. Some believe that rainbows are serpents that hide in wells and bodies of water that emerge in the rainy season to kill or torment anyone or anything they see from above. Others believe that rainbows are spirits who curse the people...
The Ténéré Tree was at one time considered the most isolated tree on Earth. It was the only tree for over 400 kilometers (250 mi) in the Sahara desert in the northeastern region of Niger. It was once a well-known landmark among nomads and along caravan routes. It...
Niger’s fertility rate is approximately 6.59 births per Nigerien woman. One in 10 children in Niger dies before age five. Pray for the mothers and children in Niger. Pray that the Lord would sustain them within the harsh environment that they live both physically and...
There is a superstition amongst the Zarma that if someone touches a child’s head, they are cursing the child or placing an evil spirit upon them. Zarma people believe that others frequently seek harm for their neighbors and practice rituals and wear fetishes to protect...
There are numerous people living on the streets of Niamey who are referred to as “fools” among the Nigerien population. Some people battle mental health issues, others have complications resulting from drug use, others are believed to be possessed by spirits, yet they are rejected...
The Zarma people have deep-rooted beliefs in a variety of gods and idols. There are people among the Zarma who are considered intermediaries between the gods and men. They establish and maintain contracts between the deities and Zarma people. For example, a “Sorko” will communicate...
Pray for the Hausa people who are very proud of their Muslim heritage, but have passed on animistic beliefs, and demonic curses to their descendants throughout the generations. Pray that the Hausa people would no longer be slaves to the demonic strongholds that have held...
Zarma culture is usually very interdependent on those living in close proximity. There is a heavy sense of unity and a duty to help take care of each other during times of trouble. Pray that the risk of being rejected would not stand in the...