People
Who they are
The Nyang live in the Southwest Region of Cameroon, especially in Manyu and Meme divisions. They call themselves Manyang, “the people of Anyang”; they are also known as Bayangi or Banyang. Their language is Kenyang, with the Upper Kenyang, Lower Kenyang and Kitwii varieties. Through trade and marriages between communities, many in Manyu also speak Ejagham and Pidgin English, a language used for everyday communication.
Where they live
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Country
166K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Cameroon Partially reached
|
100%
|
162.000 |
How they live
A 2005 linguistic survey describes the Nyang-speaking peoples of Manyu as farmers, hunters and fishers who depend on the forest and rivers for their livelihoods. They grew coffee and cocoa to sell, as well as yams, plantains, beans, cassava and vegetables. Palm oil, vegetables and other products were sold in Nigeria and other provinces of Cameroon. Because of the lack of roads, many people walked long distances to the town of Mamfe for business, medical care and government matters.
What they believe
A large proportion of the Nyang identify as Christian.
The Bible in this people's language
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Kenyang
New Testament complete
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Current stage
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)66%
Evangelicals6%
Needs
The Nyang speak several languages in daily life, and government and mission schools taught in English and French, according to the 2005 survey. Churches therefore need biblical teaching that families can readily understand and Christian materials in the different varieties of Kenyang.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for Nyang churches to teach the Bible clearly in Kenyang and the other languages families speak.
Pray for church leaders in the villages of Manyu and Meme to care well for Christians.
Pray for the use of the Scriptures in Kenyang within families and at church gatherings.
Pray for Christian teaching in Kenyang that can be understood by speakers of the Upper Kenyang, Lower Kenyang and Kitwii varieties.
Pray for Nyang
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