People
Who they are
The Manyawa live in Mozambique, in Lugela District, Zambezia Province. They are mainly farmers and say that Mount Maravoni is their mountain of origin. They are probably related to the Takwane, a people who live to their west. They speak Manyawa, a Bantu language of the Makua-Yao group in the Niger-Congo family.
Where they live
1
Country
249K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Mozambique Partially reached
|
100%
|
242.000 |
How they live
Manyawa life revolves around farming. The agricultural cycle begins with the November rains, which last until February. The land is very fertile: one man boasted to visitors that you can grow anything you want there. The region also has logging operations and hunting areas.
What they believe
There are many churches in the Manyawa area. They use two hymnals, one from the Seventh-day Adventists and one from the Presbyterians. Catholics maintain a large mission there, with a school, a mill and other buildings. There are some trained Manyawa pastors, but far too few for so many communities.
The Bible in this people's language
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Manyawa
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 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)70%
Evangelicals6%
Needs
The Manyawa need better medical care: most live in rural areas without adequate emergency assistance. Churches also need more pastors from among their own people, as there are not enough at present.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for revival in Manyawa churches and families, with Christ at the center.
Pray for emergency medical care for rural Manyawa communities.
Pray for the training of more Manyawa pastors.
Pray for the translation of the Bible into Manyawa, which has already begun.
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