Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Tanzania

Language: Matengo - (mgv)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Tanzania

Also found in: Mozambique

Population: 414,000

Global Population: 417,500

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 414,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Tanzania people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 417,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Matengo. The primary religion practiced by the Matengo is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Not Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available