The Mbandja language 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 efforts are being made to document and preserve it. Like many indigenous languages, it plays a crucial role in the cultural identity of its speakers, encompassing traditional stories, songs, and local knowledge that are passed down through generations.