People
Who they are
The Boko Iboko live in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in the Équateur region. Their communities lie along the Congo River, upstream from the city of Mbandaka. They speak Boko, a Bantu language also known as Iboko. The vast majority identify as Christian, while a small minority follow traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
21K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Kinshasa Partially reached
|
100%
|
44.000 |
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.
Boko (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Translation needed
- 1 Translation started Still ahead
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Translation has not started in this language yet.
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)98%
Evangelicals4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for Scripture translation to begin in the Boko language spoken by the Boko Iboko of the Congo.
Pray for the faith of Boko Iboko Christians, that they may know and put into practice the teachings of Jesus.
Pray for churches among the Boko Iboko to be strengthened and to train leaders who will teach the Bible faithfully.
Pray for Boko Iboko families who follow traditional religions to come to know the gospel.
Pray for Boko Iboko
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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