People
Who they are
The Safaliba live in northern Ghana, in villages such as Mandari, near Bole. They grow yams, cassava, millet, maize and peanuts, and also extract shea butter. A common writing system for their language was only established in 2003, and the first bilingual Safaliba-English dictionary was published in 2014 as part of efforts to teach adults and children to read in their own language. Most are Muslim, some follow traditional religions, and Christians are a minority: the Catholic Church is the main influence, with few Protestant churches.
Where they live
1
Country
11K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Ghana Partially reached
|
100%
|
10.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Safaliba
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 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)10%
Evangelicals7.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for literacy education in Safaliba, so that adults and children can use books in their language.
Pray for the translation of the Scriptures into Safaliba and for the use of the Word in church teaching.
Pray that Safaliba Christians will grow in faith and build good relationships with their Muslim neighbors and those who hold traditional beliefs.
Pray that Catholic and Protestant communities among the Safaliba will faithfully teach the ways of Jesus.
Pray for Safaliba
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