Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Makua-Yao

Language: Makonde - (kde)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Mozambique

Also found in: Mayotte; Tanzania

Population: 645,000

Global Population: 2,456,800

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Makonde of Mozambique, numbering 645,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Makua-Yao people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,456,800 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Makonde. The primary religion practiced by the Makonde 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