People
Who they are
The Kaiwai, also known as the Kowiai, are a coastal people living in the Kaimana region of West Papua, Indonesia. With a deep connection to the sea, they support themselves mainly through fishing and local maritime trade. Their culture combines ancestral Papuan traditions with Islamic and local influences, preserving their language and community identity amid modern changes.
Where they live
1
Country
3K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Partially reached
|
100%
|
3.200 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Kowiai
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)30%
Evangelicals3%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento e testemunho dos cristãos kaiwai junto a seus familiares e vizinhos.
Para que as porções bíblicas existentes alcancem os lares e pelo avanço na tradução completa das Escrituras para a língua kowiai.
Pelo surgimento de líderes locais que conduzam suas comunidades com amor e fidelidade a Cristo.
Pelo desenvolvimento comunitário e melhorias na saúde e na educação das aldeias costeiras.
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