Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Sudanic

Language: Zande - (zne)

Alternate Name(s): Azande

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Central African Republic

Also found in: Congo, Democratic Republic of the; South Sudan; United States

Population: 116,000

Global Population: 3,139,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Azande of Central African Republic, numbering 116,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Sudanic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 3,139,000 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Zande. The primary religion practiced by the Azande is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available