People
Who they are
The Tembo-Equateur live in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Équateur Province, with villages along the Banga-Melo and Mongala rivers. Their language is the Tembo spoken in this region, also known as Litembo or Motembo. Almost all identify as Christians, while a small minority follow traditional religions. Evangelicals are also present among the Christians.
Where they live
1
Country
18K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Congo - Kinshasa Partially reached
|
100%
|
17.000 |
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.
Tembo (DRC, Equateur province)
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)97%
Evangelicals6%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for understanding of Scripture in the Tembo language spoken in Équateur.
Pray for Tembo-Equateur Christians to know the Bible and put the teachings of Jesus into practice.
Pray for churches in the villages along the Banga-Melo and Mongala rivers to teach the faith to new generations.
Pray for Tembo-Equateur
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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