People
Who they are
The Tambanua are an Indigenous people native to the state of Sabah, in the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo. Speakers of the Tombonuo language, they maintain a strong connection to the forests and rivers of their ancestral region, preserving oral traditions and deep community ties amid modern social changes.
Where they live
1
Country
16K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Malaysia Partially reached
|
100%
|
16.000 |
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.
Tombonuo
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)20%
Evangelicals5.9%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento e discipulado dos cristãos tambanua em suas próprias comunidades.
Por recursos bíblicos e mensagens de esperança acessíveis na língua tombonuo.
Pelo desenvolvimento econômico e preservação cultural das aldeias tambanua em Sabah.
Por pontes de amor e paz entre vizinhos de diferentes tradições de fé na região.
Pray for Tambanua
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
Open the Prayer Calendar