People
Who they are
The Leya are a Bantu people who live near the Zambezi River in southern Zambia. Historically connected to the peoples of the Zambezi basin, they preserve a communal identity closely tied to the land, rivers, and traditional agriculture. Their daily practices and family decisions remain deeply guided by respect for traditional authorities and the memory of their ancestors.
Where they live
1
Country
23K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Zambia Minimally reached
|
100%
|
22.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Tonga (Zambia)
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)20%
Evangelicals2%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo discernimento espiritual das famílias leya, para que conheçam a graça revelada em Jesus.
Pelo fortalecimento dos poucos crentes leya, para que compartilhem o evangelho com ousadia e amor.
Por recursos bíblicos e materiais orais acessíveis na língua do coração dessa comunidade.
Pelo surgimento de igrejas locais saudáveis e enraizadas na cultura dos leya.
Pray for Leya
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