Affinity Group: Northern African and Middle Eastern Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Horn of Africa
People Cluster: Afar-Saho
Language: Afar - (aar)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Islam
Country: Djibouti
Also found in: Canada; Eritrea; Ethiopia; United States
Population: 327,000
Global Population: 2,849,800
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Dispersed CP Activity
Overview: The Afar of Djibouti, numbering 327,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Afar-Saho people cluster within the Horn of Africa affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,849,800 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Afar. The primary religion practiced by the Afar is Islam, a monotheistic religion built around the teachings of the Qur'an and of the prophet Muhammad.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available