Sheko in Ethiopia
Photo Source:
Anonymous
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Map Source:
Amanuel Getachew Mamo
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| People Name: | Sheko |
| Country: | Ethiopia |
| 10/40 Window: | Yes |
| Population: | 70,000 |
| World Population: | 70,000 |
| Primary Language: | Sheko |
| Primary Religion: | Christianity |
| Christian Adherents: | 80.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 69.14 % |
| Scripture: | New Testament |
| Ministry Resources: | Yes |
| Jesus Film: | No |
| Audio Recordings: | Yes |
| People Cluster: | Omotic |
| Affinity Bloc: | Horn of Africa Peoples |
| Progress Level: |
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Introduction / History
The Shekos have their own language by the same name but most also speak Amharic and Gimira.
What Are Their Lives Like?
Shekos live by tilling the land. They use the hoe for tilling the land. They produce enset and coffee. They are polygamous and intermarry with the Bench people.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Those in Mozambique are largely Roman Catholic, but they also hold onto traditional beliefs. Interestingly, they prefer an Africanized Bible translation which they have embraced as their own. There is a strong Evangelical presence among them.
What Are Their Needs?
The Senas in Mozambique need more medical clinics.
Prayer Points
Pray for an accurate and complete Bible translation in the Sheko language.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to move powerfully in Sheko churches and homes, drawing them closer to the King of kings.
Pray for them to become a powerful mission force in Ethiopia.