Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Congo
Language: Lobala - (loq)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Congo (Kinshasa)
Also found in: Congo (Brazzaville)
Population: 129,000
Global Population: 158,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Lobala of Congo (Kinshasa), numbering 129,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Congo people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 158,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Lobala. The primary religion practiced by the Lobala 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