Affinity Group: Northern African and Middle Eastern Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Horn of Africa
People Cluster: Oromo
Language: Eastern Oromo - (hae)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Islam
Country: Canada
Also found in: Ethiopia
Population: 3,500
Global Population: 5,718,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Oromo of Canada, numbering 3,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Oromo people cluster within the Horn of Africa affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 5,718,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Eastern Oromo. The primary religion practiced by the Oromo is Islam, a monotheistic religion built around the teachings of the Qur'an and of the prophet Muhammad.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available