Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Sudanic

Language: Mbandja - (zmz)

Alternate Name(s): Mbanja, Mbandza, Kala

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Congo

Also found in: Central African Republic; Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Population: 18,000

Global Population: 724,300

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Mbanza of Congo, numbering 18,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Sudanic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 724,300 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Mbandja. The primary religion practiced by the Mbanza 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