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