Pray for Central African Republic

About Central African Republic

The capital is Bangui. People speak Sango, French and many other languages. The largest faith is Christianity.

Source: Wikipedia, with the cited sources it lists.

Prayer briefing for Central African Republic

Last updated November 2026. Facts come from the sources listed below.

Current events

On 21 October the head of the UN mission, Valentine Rugwabiza, warned the Security Council that withdrawing peacekeepers too early could undo recent gains, as the war in Sudan fuels instability along the eastern border. An attack on Am Dafock on 30 June displaced 17,000 people and wounded six peacekeepers. Nearly two million people faced acute food insecurity from April to August. In September 13 children were taken near Bangassou, and local leaders blamed the LRA.

We pray for: Immediate relief, safety and urgent help.

Leadership and politics

The Central African Republic is a presidential republic. President Faustin-Archange Touadera, in office since 2016, was declared winner of the December 2025 election with about 78% of the vote, and the main opposition, led by Anicet-Georges Dologuele, rejected the result. He began a third term in March 2026. Felix Moloua was reappointed Prime Minister in May 2026.

We pray for: Wisdom, integrity and justice for those in authority.

Economic health

About two in three Central Africans live in extreme poverty, rising to about four in five in rural areas, according to the World Bank. Growth is expected to be about 3% in 2026, but the population is growing faster than jobs. Nearly nine in ten households have no electricity, and nearly 40% of young children are chronically malnourished.

We pray for: Provision for families and honest stewardship.

Social and cultural issues

The country has more than 80 peoples, with Sango and French spoken widely. Since 2013, violence between armed groups has divided Muslim and Christian communities, and many now live apart and distrust one another. Fulani herders, the Azande and Fulani of the south east, and about 430,000 displaced people and 720,000 refugees abroad are among the most vulnerable.

We pray for: Reconciliation, peace and protection of the vulnerable.

Spiritual landscape

Most people are Christian: about 61% Protestant and 28% Catholic, with about 9% Muslim, based on 2019 data reported by Pew, though some estimates put Muslims up to 15%. Christians live mainly in the centre, west and south, and Muslims mainly in the far north and the PK5 area of Bangui. Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox and Muslim leaders work together for peace through a shared platform.

We pray for: Spiritual awakening, hope and the spread of truth.

Religious freedom

The 2023 constitution defines the state as secular and protects the right to practise one's faith, and most religious groups must register. The US State Department reported that Muslims, especially Fulani, face discrimination in obtaining identity papers, and that some Muslim civilians were detained or abused. Violence by armed groups has hurt both Christians and Muslims, including the killing of a priest working for reconciliation in Zemio in June 2026.

We pray for: Protection for believers and freedom to worship safely.

Historical wounds

The country became independent from France on 13 August 1960. Jean-Bedel Bokassa seized power in 1965 and later declared himself emperor, and in 1979 about 100 children and teenagers were killed after student protests. In 2013 the Seleka rebels took the capital, and reprisal attacks between Seleka and anti-balaka fighters caused grave suffering for Muslims and Christians alike. A 2019 peace agreement later broke down.

We pray for: National healing, breaking old cycles and deep forgiveness.

Let us pray together

Our Father, we come to You together for the Central African Republic. Bring the stolen children home, and protect the people of the south east and the north from every attack. Give wisdom, integrity and justice to President Touadera, Prime Minister Moloua and all in authority. Provide food, light and work for families who live in deep poverty. Bring Muslims and Christians together again as neighbours, and shelter the displaced and the refugees. Let the hope and truth of Jesus reach every town and village. Keep all believers safe and free to worship without fear. Heal the wounds of past wars and lead the nation in forgiveness and lasting peace. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

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