Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Atlantic
Language: Mandjak - (mfv)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Gambia
Also found in: France; Guinea-Bissau; Senegal
Population: 40,000
Global Population: 452,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Dispersed CP Activity
Overview: The Mandyak of Gambia, numbering 40,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Atlantic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 452,500 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Mandjak. The primary religion practiced by the Mandyak is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available