Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Nilotic

Language: South Central Dinka - (dib)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: United States

Also found in: South Sudan

Population: 9,200

Global Population: 708,200

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Dinka of United States, numbering 9,200, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Nilotic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 708,200 in 2 countries. Their primary language is South Central Dinka. The primary religion practiced by the Dinka 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