Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Congo

Language: Kota (Gabon) - (koq)

Alternate Name(s): Mekambo, Kotu, Ikota, Ikuta

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Gabon

Also found in: Congo

Population: 68,000

Global Population: 86,000

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical

Overview: The Kota of Gabon, numbering 68,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Congo people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 86,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Kota (Gabon). The primary religion practiced by the Kota is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Not Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available