The Ndemli people group is a group of the great family of Sawa which also includes the Douala, the Bakoko, the Abbo, some Bassa, the Bakwi, etc. They live in the coastal region of western Cameroon.
They are mainly subsistence farmers. Their main crops include palm oil, plantains, cassava, yams, coffee, corn, etc.
Their traditional dance is the Boubla, a dance performed around a wood fire. Their customary outfits are "Kaba" for women and "Sandja" for men. The main dish is the koki, made with seeds of beans or tchoba.
The Ndemlis are mostly Muslims. They practice Islam mixed with traditional practices. The Ndemlis believe the spirits of deceased ancestors and reincarnation affect their lives. During traditional ceremonies, they throw pieces of food and pour water on the ground for their deceased ancestors, believing they are present during these ceremonies.
The Ndemlis have difficulty accessing clean water, quality health care, quality education, and energy sources. They also need help modernizing their agricultural methods.
Pray that God will use the government, churches and missionary organizations to meet the needs of the Ndemlis.
Pray for the church to use holistic ministry to reach them.
Pray that soon Ndemli disciples will make more disciples.
Scripture Prayers for the Bandem in Cameroon.
Yabassi Municipal Development Plan www.pndp.org
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