Unreached people group
Izarguien Berber
Unreached Frontier
0.1%
Evangelicals
Arab WorldBerber - Shilha
Who they are
The Izarguien are a community of Berber roots integrated into the Tekna confederation, inhabiting the desert regions between southern Morocco and Western Sahara. Over generations, they have adopted the Hassaniyya language and Sahrawi traditions, maintaining strong community cohesion and an identity deeply linked to desert life and the Islamic faith.
Where they live
2
Countries
55K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Western Sahara Unreached
|
65.5%
|
36.000 |
Morocco Unreached
|
34.5%
|
19.000 |
Religions of the unreached
Islam100%
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Moroccan Arabic
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Hassaniyya
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)0.1%
Evangelicals0.1%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For the witness of the gospel among Izarguien families in the towns and desert encampments.
For biblical resources and audio materials to be widely accessible in the Hassaniyya language.
For the revelation of Christ through dreams and visions to leaders and influential families in the community.
For the emergence of the first believers and small discipleship groups among this people.
Pray for Izarguien Berber
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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