Africa

Uche Nweke

Regional Director

7 Masaba Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi

afrique.sil.org/
SIL Africa is made of 20 SIL community organizations, working across 28 countries.

In Africa, language shapes identity, learning, and faith. SIL works so every community can flourish in the language they value most.

In Africa, our core areas of service are in Bible translation, linguistics, literacy, advocacy, media, Scripture engagement, and language technology. This work helps people learn in their own language, preserve cultural identity, access vital information, and encounter God’s Word.

By building local capacity and partnerships, SIL Africa ensures the work lasts beyond individual projects. In a region facing rapid change and the risk of marginalized languages being left behind, strong leadership and collaboration are essential. SIL Africa is committed to equipping the next generation and fostering innovation so Africa’s languages and people flourish for generations to come.

64

years SIL has been
working in Africa

545

Communities SIL is currently working with in Africa

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    Fair Start

    “Imagine a world where the power of words unlocks the doors to opportunity and understanding.” This vision seemed distant for…

    March 9, 2026

    Ethiopia

  • News

    IDIL 2026 Cameroon

    SIL Cameroon hosts 4th annual International Decade of Indigenous Languages event. SIL’s fourth annual celebration of the International Decade of…

    February 25, 2026

    Cameroon

  • Stories

    Authors of Enduring Heritage

    New books by local writers strengthen language and identity in Cameroon. Since 2022, local Cameroonian languages have added dozens of…

    January 21, 2026

    Cameroon

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