Soninke in Mali

The Soninke live in compact villages along the Senegal River where it enters the western border of Mali. Due to the influence by a large nomadic tribe known as the Fulani, the Soninke have become farmers and herdsmen. The Soninke have one of the highest rates of labor migration in West Africa. Much of the male population is absent from the home doing migrant work, which often lasts from two to four years.

Ministry Obstacles

Among all the Soninke in Mali, there are only a few believers. Those who put their trust in Jesus are severely persecuted by Muslims; therefore, evangelism is difficult.

Scripture Focus

"Hear, O my people, while I admonish you! O Israel, if you would but listen to me!"  Psalm 81:8

Scripture Prayer

Pray for this people group to heed God’s warning and listen to Him!

Prayer Focus

Ask the Lord to send forth laborers into Mali to share Christ with the Soninke. Pray that Christian broadcasts would soon be made available in their region. Pray that God would give the small number of Soninke believers boldness to share Christ with their own people. Pray for believers to reach the men while they are in migrant camps with the JESUS Film, GRN materials and Bible studies. Ask the Lord to bring forth a vigorous Soninke church for the glory of his name.