People
Who they are
The Bomwali live on both sides of the Ngoko River: in Ouesso District in the Republic of the Congo, and in eastern Cameroon, near Moloundou, in the village of Malapa. Most grow cocoa for a living. The people are also called Bumali or Lino. In both countries, most identify as Christian, and a proportion follow traditional religions.
Where they live
2
Countries
76K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Brazzaville Partially reached
|
83.6%
|
61.000 |
Cameroon Superficially reached
|
16.4%
|
12.000 |
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.
Bomwali
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)90.6%
Evangelicals6%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the Bomwali to have access to safe drinking water during the dry season, when they collect water from the Ngoko River.
Pray for the translation of the Scriptures into Bomwali so communities can study the Bible in their own language.
Pray for Bomwali Christians in Cameroon to grow in faith and teach the gospel to new generations.
Pray for Bomwali churches in the Republic of the Congo to train disciples who will also teach others.
Pray for Bomwali
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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