People
Who they are
The Southern Teke, also known as Kukuya, live in Lékana District, in the Plateaux Department of the Republic of the Congo. Their language, Teke-Kukuya, is still used in daily life and in conversations among community members in Lékana, but according to a 2024 thesis, younger people are losing knowledge of its vocabulary and grammar. The vast majority identify as Christians, while a small proportion follow traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
82K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Brazzaville Partially reached
|
100%
|
80.000 |
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.
Teke-Kukuya
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95%
Evangelicals5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the teaching of Scripture in Teke-Kukuya in the communities of Lékana.
Pray for Southern Teke Christians to have a firm faith that is lived out in family life.
Pray for leaders to be trained in Southern Teke churches to teach the Bible in the language the people use every day.
Pray for Southern Teke
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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