KaraBible Translation
Equip Ukara Island leaders with resources and training to bring God’s Word to Kara speakers—transforming communities through biblical storytelling.
Bible Translation
Country
- Tanzania
Region
- East Africa
Language Population
115,000
Reaching Island Communities: Bridging Hope Through Translation
The Kara-speaking fishermen of Ukara Island in northern Tanzania live far from government resources, yearning for hope and community transformation. Traditional Scripture sharing has been challenging due to language barriers.
An innovative approach connects Kara translators with the experienced Kerewe translation team, creating a unique mentorship model. By training on Ukerewe Island, we’re not just translating Scripture, but building regional translation capacity and uniting island communities through shared linguistic expertise.
Empower Local Leaders
We support Kara leaders in developing their storytelling and translation skills, ensuring the community can engage with Scripture through locally-led, sustainable Bible ministry on Ukara Island.Â
Program Goals
- Community Ownership and LeadershipÂ
- Storyteller EmpowermentÂ
- Language Preservation and Scripture EngagementÂ
Kara Bible Translation Program Plan
Step 1
Build Community Leadership
- Create collaborative translation framework
- Establish advisory committee
- Train local leaders
Step 2
Develop Storytelling Capacity
- Identify and empower local storytellers
- Conduct skills workshops
- Facilitate knowledge sharing
Step 3
Expand Scripture Engagement
- Broaden biblical narrative understanding
- Create and distribute audio Bible stories
- Conduct community feedback sessions
Meet the Local Team
Team Members
Official Partner:
Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania
Community Faciliator (TBD)
Partner Organizations
Honoring the Language
Kara is a Bantu language of Tanzania.
Kara is spoken primarily within the eight villages of Ukara Island in Lake Victoria.
Jita–Kara–Kwaya are close to being dialects.
