People
Who they are
The Makwa live in the Republic of the Congo, in Makoua District in Cuvette Department, and in eastern Cuvette-Ouest. They are also known as the Akwa. They speak Akwa, also spelled Akoua, a Bantu language of the Makoua area. Most identify as Christians, and a smaller proportion follow traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
53K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Brazzaville Partially reached
|
100%
|
52.000 |
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.
Akwa
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95%
Evangelicals6%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the work of translating the Scriptures into Akwa, so that Makwa families may understand the Word.
Pray for all Makwa Christians in Cuvette and Cuvette-Ouest, that they may grow in faith and live out the teachings of Jesus.
Pray for churches among the Makwa to be strengthened, so that they may equip people from their own communities to teach the Bible in Akwa.
Pray for Makwa
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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