Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Congo
Language: Lingala - (lin)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Christianity - Other / Marginal
Country: Central African Republic
Also found in: Angola; Belgium; Canada; Congo (Brazzaville); South Sudan; Uganda; United States
Population: 15,500
Global Population: 413,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Lingala of Central African Republic, numbering 15,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Congo people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 413,000 in 8 countries. Their primary language is Lingala. The primary religion practiced by the Lingala is marginal Christianity, a form of religion with roots in Christianity but not theologically Christian.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available