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Nizaa Bible Translation

The Nizaa Bible Translation program serves communities in Cameroon through Bible translation, linguistic research, literacy, and Scripture engagement.

Bible Translation

Country

  • Cameroon

Region

  • West Africa

Language Population

15,000

Bring God’s Word to the Nizaa Language Community

The Nizaa Bible Translation program in Cameroon works to make Scripture available in the Nizaa language. The team translates Biblical texts, conducts linguistic research, and supports Scripture engagement through songs, storytelling, and community use.

Current work focuses on translation accuracy, community Scripture engagement, and literacy classes in several Nizaa‑speaking villages.

Beekeeping training in Mayo Baago and Sabongari supports local livelihoods alongside ongoing Scripture engagement activities.

Empowering Nizaa Communities Through Literacy and Faith

Every community deserves access to God’s Word in the language they know best, guided by local leaders.

Financial gifts and prayer sustain translation work, literacy classes, and Scripture engagement led by the Nizaa team in Cameroon.

Program Goals

  1. Advance Bible Translation
  2. Engage Communities with Scripture
  3. Support Literacy Through Classes
  4. Support Community Livelihood Activities
  5. Strengthen Monitoring and Training
  6. Engage the Diaspora

Nizaa Bible Translation Program Plan

Step 1

Advance Translation and Linguistic Research

  • Conduct field research to support translation accuracy.
  • Continue drafting and revising New Testament books, including Corinthians and Romans. 

Step 2

Equip and Engage Communities

  • Conduct beekeeping training in Mayo Baago and Sabongari.
  • Train volunteers in song composition and group singing.
  • Support Scripture workshops focused on Bible reading and storytelling. 

Step 3

Create and Strengthen Classes

  • Support literacy classes in Sangnadje, Bourle, and Gonkira, with ongoing monitoring.
  • Continue village‑level awareness activities related to literacy and Scripture use. 

Meet the Local Team

Partner Organizations

Honoring the Language

Nizaa speakers primarily reside in central Cameroon, Adamawa region

Program Progress

  • Drafting completed for Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Galatians, Philemon, 1–3 John, and Jude.
  • Drafting in progress for Acts and 1–2 Corinthians.
  • Planned internal review and revision of completed drafts. 

Bring God’s Word to the Nizaa Language Community


God speaks Nizaa. Your gift will help God’s Word reach the Nizaa language community.