Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Nilotic

Language: Shilluk - (shk)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion - African Traditional Religion

Country: South Sudan

Also found in: United States

Population: 416,000

Global Population: 421,200

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Shilluk of South Sudan, numbering 416,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Nilotic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 421,200 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Shilluk. The primary religion practiced by the Shilluk is African Traditional Religion, a collection of beliefs and practices unique to various African ethnic groups.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available