Affinity Group: Northern African and Middle Eastern Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Horn of Africa
People Cluster: Oromo
Language: West Central Oromo - (gaz)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: United States
Also found in: Ethiopia
Population: 7,000
Global Population: 127,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Oromo of United States, numbering 7,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Oromo people cluster within the Horn of Africa affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 127,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is West Central Oromo. The primary religion practiced by the Oromo 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