Published on Operation World (http://www.operationworld.org)
Sep 11: Namibia, Nauru
Namibia
Republic of Namibia
Africa
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Geography
Area: 823,144 sq kmPredominantly arid, semi-desert; the driest African land south of the equator.
Population: 2,212,037 Annual Growth: 1.94%
Capital: Windhoek
Urbanites: 38%
HDI Rank: 128 of 182 (UN Human Development Reports 2009)
Peoples
Peoples: 35 (6% unreached) All peoplesUnreached Peoples Prayer Card
Official language: English, though few speak it; most speak Afrikaans Languages: 37 All languages
Religion
Largest Religion: Christian| Religion | Pop % | Ann Gr | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christians | 2,022,687 | 91.44 | 1.7 |
| Evangelicals | 270,326 | 12.2 | 2.2 |
Challenge for Prayer
New life in the churches has come recently through new mission activity by SIM/AIM, YWAM as well as Reformed, Baptist and Pentecostal groups, particularly to under-reached areas and peoples. Charismatic fellowships – both independent and within many denominations, including the mainline groups – bring new life and fervour. Several strategic groups formed to see Namibia transformed for Christ, the Evangelical Fellowship most notable among these. Pray for all to hear the gospel once again and many to turn back to Christ, and pray for unity and cooperation among all groups seeking to uplift Christ in this nation.For an additional 7 Challenges for Prayer see Operation World book, CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM.
More Information
The Operation World book, CD-ROM, and DVD-ROM provide far more information and fuel for prayer for the people of Namibia.
Nauru
Republic of Nauru
Pacific
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Geography
Area: 21 sq kmA raised coral atoll ringed with sandy beaches, with a central plateau of phosphates from fossilized bird droppings; 300 km west of Banaba, Kiribati.
Population: 10,254 Annual Growth: 0.28%
Capital: None, but administrative centre in Yaren
Urbanites: 100%
Peoples
Official language: Nauruan, English Languages: 9 All languagesReligion
Largest Religion: Christian| Religion | Pop % | Ann Gr | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christians | 9,382 | 91.50 | 0.3 |
| Evangelicals | 1,245 | 12.1 | 2.3 |
Challenge for Prayer
Economic meltdown has struck this tiny nation. After years of boom, Nauru has gone bust. The mining industry is a shadow of its former self, and the two other major income sources have also dried up. Almost all food must be imported, and freshwater supplies are insufficient. Half of the indigenous population has diabetes; 90% are overweight and unemployed. Pray for sustainable economic solutions that will provide livelihoods for those making the island their home.For an additional Challenge for Prayer see Operation World book, CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM.
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