Affinity Group: Northern African and Middle Eastern Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Nilotic
Language: Gumuz - (guk)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Sudan
Also found in: Ethiopia
Population: 54,000
Global Population: 303,000
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 54,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Nilotic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 303,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Gumuz. The primary religion practiced by the Gumuz 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