People
Who they are
The Samo Kalemse live in the savannas of West Africa, mainly in Burkina Faso. Part of the Gur linguistic group, they maintain strong community ties rooted in subsistence farming and oral traditions. Their identity is deeply connected to customs inherited from their ancestors, nurturing respect for the land and the traditional rites that shape the rhythm of life in their villages.
Where they live
2
Countries
34K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Burkina Faso Minimally reached
|
88.7%
|
29.000 |
Mali Minimally reached
|
11.3%
|
3.700 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Kalamse
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 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)10%
Evangelicals1.4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento e testemunho dos poucos cristãos entre os Samo Kalemse.
Pela disponibilidade e avanço de porções bíblicas na língua kalamse.
Por sabedoria aos líderes comunitários e paz nas aldeias da região.
Pelo despertar espiritual que revele o amor e a graça de Cristo a cada família.
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Burkina Faso
Mali