Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Pygmy
Language: Bakwé - (bjw)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Angola
Also found in: Cote d’Ivoire
Population: 25,500
Global Population: 44,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Bakwe of Angola, numbering 25,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Pygmy people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 44,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Bakwé. The primary religion practiced by the Bakwe 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