Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-South

Language: Luchazi - (lch)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Namibia

Also found in: Angola; Zambia

Population: 1,400

Global Population: 884,400

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Luchazi of Namibia, numbering 1,400, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-South people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 884,400 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Luchazi. The primary religion practiced by the Luchazi 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