Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Nguni
Language: Xhosa - (xho)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: South Africa
Also found in: Botswana; Lesotho; Zimbabwe
Population: 9,710,000
Global Population: 9,781,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Xhosa of South Africa, numbering 9,710,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Nguni people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 9,781,500 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Xhosa. The primary religion practiced by the Xhosa 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: Available