The Antakarana, who are originally of mixed Austronesian, African and Arab ancestry, settled in the far north of Madagascar in the 12th century. They are called ‘People of the White Coral Rocks’ as they live in a geographically isolated, rocky place. Some work as coastal fishermen and those in inland villages harvest rice, raise cattle and grow crops on a small scale. Others work in factories and do other work in towns. They see themselves as Antakarana before they consider themselves Muslim and are proud of their history and culture.
Adam & Lora Willard, with Matimu and David, have recently returned to Nosy Mitsio and serve on a Focus Team among the unreached Antakarana people. Lora shares about the challenges of being a missionary parent.
The Antakarana speak the local dialect of Malagasy. Listen and learn to a number of Malagasy phrases.
Barbara Skerry and her daughter, Pippa, have recently come back from a short term trip to Madagascar on the island of Nosy Mitsio.
Find out why we can’t just plant or build a church among the Antakarana. And how we’re seeking to share the gospel instead!
Madagascar is home to a whole lot of plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. In fact 90% of all the plants and animals there are only found in Madagascar.
Using thick card, download and print our chameleon template and instructions. You will need a pair of scissors, colouring pencils, glue and a peg. Download our template from here.
