Black African, general in Netherlands

Introduction / History

In some cases, we can refer to a particular language or ethnic group among Black Africans in various parts of the world. In other cases, we have to generalize and call them “Black Africans.” This is often the case for those who have lost their culture, especially those whose ancestors came as slaves. Others came to the host country as refugees of violence, or sometimes as students or businesspeople.

Most Black Africans in the Netherlands are from the Caribbean nations and places where the Dutch once held colonies.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Those whose ancestors were forcibly brought as slaves are usually integrated into the local culture. They speak the language of the dominant people. In the case of the Netherlands that language is Dutch.

Others come to the Netherlands as students or businesspeople. Africans with higher education and business abilities usually thrive in Europe and the Americas.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Black Africans in diaspora are usually Christian, or they at least have access to the gospel. The one exception is Tunisia.

What Are Their Needs?

Black Africans who flee as refugees have to deal with emotional and physical trauma. Students and businesspeople need the spiritual hunger it takes to prioritize Jesus in their lives.

Prayer Points

Pray for the Holy Spirit to move powerfully in Black African families in the Netherlands drawing them closer to the Lord of lords.
Pray that soon the Christians among them will take Christ to those who don’t share their faith.
Pray for the Lord to help them adjust and thrive in their new homeland.

Text Source:   Joshua Project