Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Sudanic

Language: Mbandja - (zmz)

Alternate Name(s): Mbanja, Mbandza, Kala

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Congo

Also found in: Central African Republic; Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Population: 18,000

Global Population: 724,300

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Mbanza of Congo, numbering 18,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Sudanic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 724,300 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Mbandja. The primary religion practiced by the Mbanza is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available