Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Chewa-Sena
Language: Matengo - (mgv)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Tanzania
Also found in: Mozambique
Population: 393,000
Global Population: 396,300
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Matengo of Tanzania, numbering 393,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Chewa-Sena people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 396,300 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Matengo. The primary religion practiced by the Matengo 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: Not Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available