Kumukio in Papua New Guinea

Introduction / History

Kumukio speakers live at the end of a main road that leads to distant Gagidu Station in the Tewai-Siassi District of Morobe Province. The Kumukio language is used for face-to-face communication by all generations, and it is stable. Kumukio (or Gumukio) village is located in Sialum, a local level government area of Tewai-Siassi District.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Low incomes are the norm across the district, though some earn a small income by selling seafood, betelnut, coconut and livestock. Coffee is the most lucrative cash crop for farmers in this area.
There is an elementary school in the village and three high schools in the district, out of 11 in the entire province. As a result, about one in four men can read and comprehend Tok Pisin and one in five women. Thank God for those who can read.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Almost all the Kumukio people are professing Christians.

What Are Their Needs?

Wasu Station is accessible only by foot or four-wheel drive across rugged terrain, or by sea. During the wet season, seas can be treacherous for travelers and roads become difficult to use.

Prayer Points

Pray that they will read and value God's word in Tok Pisin and share it accurately with their people.
Pray that many people from this language group will champion the work of Bible translation and will grow deeper in their knowledge and love for Jesus.
Ask God for workers to help translate his word into Kumukio.

Text Source:   Joshua Project