Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Gur

Language: Lama (Togo) - (las)

Alternate Name(s): Lima, Namba, Lamba

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Togo

Also found in: Benin

Population: 247,000

Global Population: 343,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity

Overview: The Lama of Togo, numbering 247,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Gur people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 343,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Lama (Togo). The primary religion practiced by the Lama 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