Language

Kol language

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From Wikipedia

Kol is a Niger–Congo language of the Bantu family, associated with the Bikélé ethnic group. It is spoken in the East Province of Cameroon, in the vicinity of Messaména. Alternate names for Kol language include Bikele-Bikay, Bikele-Bikeng, Bikélé, and Bekol.

Demographics

Kol, also known as Bekol or Bikele, is located in the northern part of Messamena, Haut-Nyong Department (Eastern Region), south of Meka. It is closely related to Meka and has 12,000 speakers (Ethnologue 2000).

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Sources

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    Kol
    WikidataLast verified: 21 October 2026
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    Kol language (Cameroon)
    Wikipedia (English)Published 29 February 2024Last verified: 21 October 2026
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    Kol (langue bantoue)
    Wikipédia (français)Published 11 November 2023Last verified: 21 October 2026

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