Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Swahili
Language: Swahili (individual language) - (swh)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: South Africa
Also found in: Oman
Population: 1,800
Global Population: 57,300
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Zanzibari of South Africa, numbering 1,800, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Swahili people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 57,300 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Swahili (individual language). The primary religion practiced by the Zanzibari 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: Available