People
Who they are
The Mbu live in the village of Ajumbu, northeast of Wum, in Cameroon’s Northwest Region. Their language, Ajumbu, is spoken only in this village and has received little study. A recent study described the sounds of the language and proposed an alphabet and spelling rules. Among the Mbu are Christians as well as followers of traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
300
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Cameroon Superficially reached
|
100%
|
300 |
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.
Ajumbu
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)66%
Evangelicals1%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the preservation of the Ajumbu language and the use of its written form among the Mbu.
Pray for Bible translation work into Ajumbu to begin.
Pray for Mbu Christians to know and live out the teachings of Jesus.
Pray for churches in Ajumbu to teach the Bible in a way that everyone can understand.
Pray for Mbu
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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