Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Southwest
Language: Nyemba - (nba)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Angola
Also found in: Namibia
Population: 600,000
Global Population: 615,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Nyemba of Angola, numbering 600,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Southwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 615,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Nyemba. The primary religion practiced by the Nyemba is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available