People
Who they are
The Bebe live in villages in the Misaje area of Donga-Mantung Division in northwestern Cameroon, near the border with Nigeria. Their language is naami, also known as bebe. People of all ages use it at home, in churches and at community gatherings. To communicate with neighboring peoples, they mainly use Cameroonian Pidgin English. There are Baptist, Presbyterian and Catholic Christians in the villages.
Where they live
1
Country
5K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Cameroon Superficially reached
|
100%
|
5.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Naami
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 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%
Evangelicals0.4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for educational opportunities for Bebe children and young people in Misaje, as few continue beyond primary school.
Pray for Scripture to be read in naami in Bebe homes and churches.
Pray that Bebe Christians may teach the faith to their children in the language of the family.
Pray for cooperation among Bebe churches and for the training of leaders who teach in naami.
Pray for Bebe
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