Bible translation, sustainable literacy and language development programmes among small language groups in Kenya and beyond.
To provide Scriptures in small language groups in Kenya and in the East Africa Region. BTL is currently involved in over 25 languages in Kenya and recently in the East Africa Region.
To enhance social and economic development through provision of literacy skills to the small language groups; adequate literacy skills are critical to make concrete decisions, alleviate poverty and social exclusion.
To see the languages first developed into writing systems. This enables the community to develop literature in and for their language. Besides, it is a key element of Bible Translation
Our business ventures and project fundraising initiatives
BTL-CICC is a distraction free Christian environment for corporate meetings, retreats and total relaxation for families and individuals. BTL-CICC offers: Conferencing Facilities, Accommodation, Wedding packages, Wedding Gardens, Recreational Facilities, Salon, Barber shop, Car wash, video shoot and photo shoot venues.
Tafsiri business ventures are income-generating ventures for BTL. They include the Tafsiri Printing Press, Tafsiri Bookshop, and Translation Services. Their proceeds support Bible Translation and Literacy in the Country and Beyond
Our latest news and information
March 14, 2025
Please be advised of the road closure in Nairobi during the annual Run for the Bibleless 2025 event on Saturday, March 15th. Kindly refer to the notice for more information.
February 27, 2025
We once again take this opportunity to invite you to the 18th edition of the Run for the Bibleless on 15th March 2025. The 10 km Run and 5 km Walk will take place at the Carnivore Grounds in Nairobi, Nakuru High School in Nakuru, and Potter’s House Academy in Eldoret, starting at 7:30 a.m.
December 19, 2024
As we near the end of 2024, we can joyfully reflect on the goodness of the Lord throughout the year. This year, we expanded our reach to include more languages in Kenya and the wider East African region.
Bible Translation & Literacy is a Christian organization that was established in 1981 to facilitate Bible translation.
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