Ronga in Mozambique
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| People Name: | Ronga |
| Country: | Mozambique |
| 10/40 Window: | No |
| Population: | 853,000 |
| World Population: | 854,400 |
| Primary Language: | Ronga |
| Primary Religion: | Christianity |
| Christian Adherents: | 80.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 21.00 % |
| Scripture: | Complete Bible |
| Ministry Resources: | Yes |
| Jesus Film: | Yes |
| Audio Recordings: | Yes |
| People Cluster: | Bantu, Central-Southeast |
| Affinity Bloc: | Sub-Saharan Peoples |
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Introduction / History
Most Rongas live in Mozambique, but a small number are in South Africa. They are defined by their language, Ronga. Ronga is a tonal language; the meaning of a word can change by the pitch or tone. It is closely related to Tsonga and Tswa. Because Mozambique was once a Portuguese colony, Ronga has incorporated several Portuguese words into its vocabulary.
What Are Their Lives Like?
Rongas have a strong cultural tradition involving storytelling, dance, and music.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Rongas are mostly Christian, and they have a stronger Evangelical church than most others in Mozambique. God can use them to take the gospel to other parts of Africa.
What Are Their Needs?
Those who live in rural areas often lack access to schools and hospitals.
Prayer Points
Pray for the Ronga villages to soon have access to good schools and hospitals.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to move powerfully in Ronga families and churches, drawing them closer to the King of kings.
Pray for many to be thrust out as workers to those who lack a gospel witness.
Pray for God’s people to work with them to develop new trade partners.