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