Mbandja is a Bantu language spoken primarily in the Republic of the Congo. It is part of the larger Niger-Congo language family and is used by the Mbandja people, who inhabit the region. The language has various dialects, reflecting the diverse communities that speak it. Mbandja is primarily an oral language, though some efforts have been made to develop written forms. It plays a crucial role in the cultural identity of its speakers, serving as a means of communication and a vessel for traditional stories and practices.