Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Tanzania
Language: Nyiha (Tanzania) - (nih)
Alternate Name(s): Nyasa, Nyika
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Tanzania
Also found in: Zambia
Population: 765,000
Global Population: 774,400
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Nyiha of Tanzania, numbering 765,000, 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 774,400 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Nyiha (Tanzania). The primary religion practiced by the Nyiha 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