Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Gur
Language: Kabiyè - (kbp)
Alternate Name(s): Lama, Kabiye, Lokpa, Dompago
Primary Religion: Islam
Country: Benin
Also found in: Ghana; Togo
Population: 16,500
Global Population: 1,285,500
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Kabiye of Benin, numbering 16,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Gur people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,285,500 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Kabiyè. The primary religion practiced by the Kabiye is Islam, a monotheistic religion built around the teachings of the Qur'an and of the prophet Muhammad.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available