Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Chadic
Language: Kamwe - (hig)
Alternate Name(s): Hiji, Vacamwe
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Nigeria
Also found in: Cameroon
Population: 631,000
Global Population: 642,500
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical
Overview: The Kamwe of Nigeria, numbering 631,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Chadic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 642,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Kamwe. The primary religion practiced by the Kamwe 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