People
Who they are
The Shifir are an indigenous community living on the slopes and valleys of the Nuba Mountains in Sudan. Integrated into the Karko linguistic group, they preserve ancestral agricultural customs in a region marked by great ethnic diversity and geographic isolation. Their community identity is strongly linked to the land and to Islam, which shapes their daily traditions and practices.
Where they live
1
Country
37K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Sudan Unreached
|
100%
|
37.000 |
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.
Karko
Need not assessed
- 1 Translation started Still ahead
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Translation has not started in this language yet.
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)0%
Evangelicals0%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For peace and lasting stability in the communities of the Nuba Mountains.
For the Shifir community to gain access to the gospel message in their mother tongue.
For essential healthcare and development resources for Shifir families.
For the emergence of the first followers of Christ among the Shifir people.
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