Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Atlantic
Language: Northern Kissi - (kqs)
Alternate Name(s): GIzi, Kisi, Kisie, Kissien
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Sierra Leone
Also found in: Guinea
Population: 59,000
Global Population: 639,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Northern Kissi of Sierra Leone, numbering 59,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Atlantic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 639,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Northern Kissi. The primary religion practiced by the Northern Kissi 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