Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Northwest
Language: Koonzime - (ozm)
Alternate Name(s): Nzime; Koonzime, Bajwee, Djimu
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism
Country: Cameroon
Also found in: Congo (Brazzaville)
Population: 56,500
Global Population: 61,900
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Dzem of Cameroon, numbering 56,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Northwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 61,900 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Koonzime. The primary religion practiced by the Dzem is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available