People
Who they are
The Gangam are a people of the Gur language group who inhabit the plains and savannas of northern Togo and neighboring areas in West Africa. Also known by the name of their language, Ngangam, they preserve a culture deeply rooted in community life and working the land.
Their identity is passed down orally from generation to generation, keeping alive traditional customs, regional music, and the bonds of solidarity among clans that sustain daily life in the villages.
Where they live
2
Countries
128K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Togo Minimally reached
|
65.6%
|
82.000 |
Benin Minimally reached
|
34.4%
|
43.000 |
How they live
The vast majority of the Gangam practice subsistence farming. On their small farms, they grow millet, sorghum, corn, and yams, as well as keeping small herds of livestock. Communal work is common during sowing and harvest seasons. Elders exercise considerable authority in resolving conflicts, and local markets serve as gathering places for social interaction and trade in agricultural products.
What they believe
The traditional worldview permeates the people’s daily routines. Although they acknowledge the existence of a supreme God, daily prayers and rites are directed toward ancestral spirits and the forces of nature. Offerings and family rituals are performed regularly to seek blessings on harvests, health, and protection from spiritual harm.
The Bible in this people's language
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Ngangam
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)10%
Evangelicals1%
Needs
Many Gangam villages lack essential services, such as basic sanitation, nearby health clinics, and support for literacy. Spiritually, the few believers need patient discipleship and courage to express their faith with gentleness, overcoming the fear of rejection within their families and communities.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Por melhorias essenciais no acesso a água potável e cuidados de saúde para as aldeias gangam.
Por fortalecimento e proteção para os poucos crentes locais em meio às pressões da comunidade.
Por recursos bíblicos e discipulado claro na língua do coração do povo gangam.
Pelo testemunho de amor e esperança entre as famílias que vivem sob o medo espiritual.
Pelo nascimento e multiplicação de igrejas locais saudáveis e contextualizadas.
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