Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Gur
Language: Kalamsé - (knz)
Alternate Name(s): Samoya, Kalamse
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Burkina Faso
Also found in: Mali
Population: 26,500
Global Population: 30,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Kalenga of Burkina Faso, numbering 26,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Gur people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 30,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Kalamsé. The primary religion practiced by the Kalenga is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available