Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Congo

Language: Lobala - (loq)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Congo (Kinshasa)

Also found in: Congo (Brazzaville)

Population: 129,000

Global Population: 158,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Lobala of Congo (Kinshasa), numbering 129,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Congo people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 158,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Lobala. The primary religion practiced by the Lobala is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available