People
Who they are
The Mbosi, also called Mbochi, live in the Republic of the Congo, mainly in the departments of Cuvette and Cuvette-Ouest and in northern Plateaux. They speak Mbosi, a Bantu language. Their culture is primarily oral.
Many young people choose to speak the national language or another regional language instead of Mbosi. Some churches have formed listening groups for Bible stories told aloud.
Where they live
1
Country
670K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Brazzaville Partially reached
|
100%
|
655.000 |
How they live
Families grow crops for their own use and sell the surplus. The Mbosi are known as farmers and grow coffee, cocoa, tobacco and rice. They raise chickens, sheep and goats and fish in the rivers.
What they believe
Traditional beliefs have a strong presence among the Mbosi, alongside Christian communities. Many Christians mix faith in Jesus with traditional practices and struggle to understand God’s Word. The traditional healer, called a nganga, has religious roles and is seen as an intermediary between people and spirits. A 1999 study of the Mbochi states that traditional medicine treats the body and soul together.
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.
Mbosi
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)40%
Evangelicals10%
Needs
Mbosi pastors want church members to truly understand God’s Word and be transformed by it. Because the culture is oral, teaching works best when people can listen and discuss. The New Testament in Mbosi was published in 2023, and there is not yet a complete Bible.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for Mbosi families who make their living from farming, raising livestock and fishing.
Pray for the listening groups that teach Bible stories.
Pray for Mbosi Christians who mix faith in Jesus with traditional practices.
Pray for pastors to explain the Bible clearly.
Pray for young Mbosi people to hear the gospel in a language they understand.
Pray for Mbosi
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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