Nkoya is an endangered language spoken in Zambia by the Nkoya people.
Nkoya language has approximately 48,000 native speakers.
The language has 5 dialects; Nkoya proper, Mbwera (Mbowela), Kolwe (Lukolwe), Shangi (Lushangi) and Shasha (Mashasha).
Nkoya Language
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The Future of Nkoya Is In Our Hands
Every day, new words shape our world - from artificial intelligence to blockchain, from climate change to social media.
While languages like English grow and adapt, what about Nkoya?
How do we explain quantum computing in Nkoya?
What's the word for 'cryptocurrency'?
Without action today, how will future generations express tomorrow's ideas in Nkoya?
The Choice Is Yours
If not you, who will keep Nkoya alive?
If not now, when will we start?
If not here, where will it happen?
This is our language. This is our responsibility.
Our Mission
We're building a living bridge between tradition and innovation - documenting and growing African languages for the digital age. Every word you contribute helps preserve our cultural heritage while preparing it for the future.
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