Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Gur

Language: Gourmanchéma - (gux)

Alternate Name(s): Gourmanche

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Ghana

Also found in: Benin; Burkina Faso; Niger; Nigeria; Togo

Population: 1,600,000

Global Population: 3,334,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Gurma of Ghana, numbering 1,600,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Gur people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 3,334,500 in 6 countries. Their primary language is Gourmanchéma. The primary religion practiced by the Gurma is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available