Konyanka in Guinea

The Konyanka Maninka are a sub-group of the Maninka, also called the Malinke, descendants of the people of the once great Mali Empire. The empire amassed a great fortune by taxing the trade of gold and ivory in the region. A majority of the Konyanka Maninka, like their ancestors, earn their living as farmers. They have grown cotton for centuries, as well as many grains and cereals. They also raise cattle, but they are primarily used in ceremonies or to gain prestige within the community. Surprisingly, very few people drink the milk. Many Konyanka travel long distances from home to work as merchants. The Konyanka live in large, walled-in villages.

Ministry Obstacles

Very few Konyanka believe in Christ as their savior. That means that they must hear the gospel from someone outside their community.