Introduction / History

The Menka people refer to themselves and their language as alternately Wando, Bando, or Mamwoh. Menka is the name used by outsiders and the name that they use to group themselves with the Ambele and Atong. They live in a remote, isolated region of Cameroon with many villages at least a half-day hike to the nearest road out of the area. Their villages are situated along mountain slopes and valleys in a relatively thick rainforest. Travel is by foot on small paths between villages.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Most Menka people do not travel far. Those who leave the area for work or education seldom or never return.

What Are Their Beliefs?

About three fourths are Christian, with a small Evangelical presence.

What Are Their Needs?

Healthcare, education, and diet are poor. This area is slow to develop and modernize, and there is little opportunity for people to advance themselves beyond their traditional ways.

There are no Mother Tongue Scriptures, the literacy rate is low, and their comprehension of English is minimal. Needs are great as the local churches provide a very weak foundation for teaching spiritual truths. Syncretism is extremely common. In-depth biblical training is a must for leaders and members alike. This is a difficult location and only very serious missionaries should consider working with these people.

Prayer Items

Pray for spiritual hunger to be satisfied by the words and the life of Jesus Christ.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to call Menka family leaders to the throne of Grace.
Pray for them to understand that the only spirit they can depend on is the Holy Spirit.

Scripture Prayers for the Menka in Cameroon.

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