Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Malinke
Language: Mansoanka - (msw)
Alternate Name(s): Mansoanka
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Guinea-Bissau
Also found in: Gambia
Population: 21,000
Global Population: 23,600
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Maswanka of Guinea-Bissau, numbering 21,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Malinke people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 23,600 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Mansoanka. The primary religion practiced by the Maswanka 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