People
Who they are
The Mwera Nyasa live in the Ruvuma Region of Tanzania, near Mbamba Bay on the shores of Lake Nyasa. They speak the Mwera language of this area, which is classified as endangered and is also known as Kinyasa. Most of the people follow Islam. Christians form a minority, and a smaller group follows traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
13K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Tanzania Partially reached
|
100%
|
12.000 |
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.
Mwera
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)25%
Evangelicals6%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the work on the Scriptures in Mwera Nyasa and for families to understand them.
Pray for Mwera Nyasa Christians to remain firm in their faith in Jesus.
Pray for the life of the churches among the Mwera Nyasa, that they may teach the Bible clearly and treat their neighbors with respect.
Pray for the Mwera Nyasa language to be passed on to new generations.
Pray for Mwera Nyasa
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