Luyana

A language of Zambia

ISO 639-3

Alternate Names

Esiluyana, Louyi, Lui, Luyi, Rouyi

Population

222,000 in Zambia (2006). 12,100 Kwandi, 29,300 Kwanga, 2,690 Mbowe (1969 census). Population total all countries: 409,500.

Location

Western Province, east Lozi-Luyana area. Also in Botswana, Namibia.

Language Status

4 (Educational).

Classification

Dialects

Kwandi, Kwanga, Mbumi. Mbowe dialect may be a separate language.

Language Development

Taught in primary and secondary schools. Dictionary.

Language Resources