People
Who they are
The Asua live in the Ituri Forest in the northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, including Rungu Territory. They are one of the Mbuti peoples and speak Asoa. Their communities are in areas where varieties of the Mangbetu language are also spoken. Among the Asua are Christians, including evangelicals, and followers of traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
58K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Kinshasa Partially reached
|
100%
|
57.000 |
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.
Asoa
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)65%
Evangelicals10%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation of the Scriptures into Asoa and for people to be equipped for this work.
Pray for Asua Christians in the Ituri Forest to grow in their knowledge of Jesus.
Pray for Asua churches to train leaders to teach the Bible in the language of the people.
Pray for Asua Christians to bear respectful witness among relatives who follow traditional religions.
Pray for Asua Pygmy
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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