People
Who they are
The Lokoya live among hills and valleys east of Juba in South Sudan. They speak an Eastern Nilotic language closely related to Lotuko. A 2013 report describes them as farmers who also raise cattle, sheep and goats. Most follow traditional religions, while a minority identify as Christians.
Where they live
1
Country
86K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
South Sudan Partially reached
|
100%
|
84.000 |
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.
Lokoya
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)20%
Evangelicals7%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the work of translating the Scriptures into Lokoya to continue.
Pray for Lokoya Christians to grow in their knowledge of Jesus.
Pray for the Bible to be taught in Lokoya churches in language that families can understand.
Pray for Lokoya
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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