Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Southwest

Language: Luyana - (lyn)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Zambia

Also found in: Angola; Botswana

Population: 101,000

Global Population: 202,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Luyana of Zambia, numbering 101,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Southwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 202,500 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Luyana. The primary religion practiced by the Luyana is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available