People
Who they are
The Mbuku live in the Republic of the Congo, in the western part of Makoua District in Cuvette, and in Sangha Department. They speak Mboko, also called Mboxo, a language in the Bantu group. Ngare is one of its dialects. Most Mbuku identify as Christians; a minority follows their people’s traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
59K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Brazzaville Significantly reached
|
100%
|
58.000 |
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.
Mboko
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)85%
Evangelicals20%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation of Scripture into Mboko and for the Mbuku to understand it.
Pray for Mbuku Christians to mature in faith and for biblical teaching in their language.
Pray for the training of leaders in Mbuku churches and for care for families.
Pray for Mbuku
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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