Affinity Group: NAME

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Nilotic

Language: Gumuz - (guk)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnic Religions

Country: Sudan

Also found in: Ethiopia

Population: 51,500

Global Population: 285,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Gumuz of Sudan, numbering 51,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Nilotic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 285,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Gumuz. The primary religion practiced by the Gumuz is ethnic religion. Ethnic religion 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