Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Central-South
Language: Mambwe-Lungu - (mgr)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Zambia
Also found in: Tanzania
Population: 235,000
Global Population: 775,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Mambwe-Lungu of Zambia, numbering 235,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-South people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 775,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Mambwe-Lungu. The primary religion practiced by the Mambwe-Lungu 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: Not Available