The Nubians consist of seven non-Arab Muslim tribes that originated in the Nubia region, an area between Aswan in southern Egypt and Dongola in northern Sudan. From the 1500s to the 1800s, the Ottoman Empire expanded into the Nubia region. As a result, many Nubians migrated to remote areas along the Nile. Distinct groups evolved and were named according to their locations. For example, those who settled near the Wadi Kenuz became known as the Kenuzi, while those who settled in Dongola became known as the Dongolawi. Though Nubians converted to Christianity during the sixth century, the gradual process of Islamization took place from the 1300s to the 1600s. Today, the Nubians are almost all Muslims. However, earlier animistic beliefs are mingled with Islamic practices.

Ministry Obstacles: No scripture or other Christian resources are reported in the Andaandi dialect, and most likely no Christ followers are among the Dongola.

Scripture Focus: "Good and upright is the LORD; therefore he instructs sinners in the way. He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way."
- Psalm 25:8-9

Prayer Focus: Pray for many from today’s people group to have the humility to learn from the Lord and follow His ways. Ask the Lord to remember the prayers of Christian Nubians who lived long ago, who prayed for their descendants. Ask the Lord to raise up laborers who are willing to invest in long-term service to the Dongola Nubians. Pray that loving Christian neighbors will gain the vision to share the gospel with the Nubians. Ask the Lord to save key leaders among the Dongola Nubians who will boldly declare the gospel. Ask God to send medical teams and humanitarian aid workers to minister to the Dongola Nubians.