Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Nilotic
Language: Turkana - (tuv)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Kenya
Also found in: South Sudan
Population: 1,325,000
Global Population: 1,329,700
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Turkana of Kenya, numbering 1,325,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Nilotic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,329,700 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Turkana. The primary religion practiced by the Turkana 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: Available