People
Who they are
The Nyika live in Zambia, in Isoka District around the village of Mulekatembo, and in Malawi, in Chitipa and Karonga districts. They speak Nyika, a Bantu language also called Chinyika or Kinyika. In both countries, most identify as Christian, and some follow their people’s traditional religions.
Where they live
2
Countries
19K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Zambia Partially reached
|
62.5%
|
12.000 |
Malawi Partially reached
|
37.5%
|
7.200 |
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.
Nyika
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 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)75%
Evangelicals4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for Nyika families in Zambia and Malawi to have access to the Scriptures in their language.
Pray for Nyika Christians in Isoka to grow in their knowledge of the Bible.
Pray for churches among the Nyika in both countries to equip people from their own communities to teach the gospel.
Pray for Nyika
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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