People
Who they are
The Akum live in Furu-Awa, in northwestern Cameroon, and in the Takum region of Nigeria. Their language is spoken in five villages, three in Cameroon and two in Nigeria. In Akum, counting uses groups of five: six, for example, is formed by combining five and one. Most identify as Christians in both countries, and a substantial proportion follow traditional beliefs.
Where they live
2
Countries
4K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Cameroon Partially reached
|
73%
|
2.700 |
Nigeria Partially reached
|
27%
|
1.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Akum
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)61.5%
Evangelicals7.2%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation of the Scriptures into Akum to serve communities in both countries.
Pray for Akum Christians in Furu-Awa and Takum to grow in their knowledge of Jesus.
Pray for the Bible to be taught in the Akum language in the churches serving these villages.
Pray for Akum
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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