Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Khoisan
Language: Diriku - (diu)
Alternate Name(s): Geiriku
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Namibia
Also found in: Angola
Population: 15,500
Global Population: 63,000
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Gciriku of Namibia, numbering 15,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Khoisan people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 63,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Diriku. The primary religion practiced by the Gciriku is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available