Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Congo
Language: Amba (Uganda) - (rwm)
Alternate Name(s): Kwamba
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Uganda
Also found in: Congo (Kinshasa)
Population: 56,500
Global Population: 63,200
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Amba of Uganda, numbering 56,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Congo people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 63,200 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Amba (Uganda). The primary religion practiced by the Amba 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