Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Northwest

Language: Ibali Teke - (tek)

Alternate Name(s): Ibale

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Congo

Also found in: Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Population: 73,000

Global Population: 408,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Eastern Teke of Congo, numbering 73,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Northwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 408,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Ibali Teke. The primary religion practiced by the Eastern Teke 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: Not Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

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