Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Nilotic

Language: South Central Dinka - (dib)

Alternate Name(s): Dinka Aliab, Dinka Ciec, Dinka Agaar, Dinka Gok

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion - African Traditional Religion

Country: South Sudan

Also found in: Canada; United States

Population: 715,000

Global Population: 726,800

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The South Central Dinka of South Sudan, numbering 715,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Nilotic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 726,800 in 3 countries. Their primary language is South Central Dinka. The primary religion practiced by the South Central Dinka is African Traditional Religion, a collection of beliefs and practices unique to various African ethnic groups.

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Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available