Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Other Sub-Saharan African
Language: Krio - (kri)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Sierra Leone
Also found in: Canada; Netherlands; Senegal; United Kingdom; United States
Population: 853,000
Global Population: 892,200
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Krio of Sierra Leone, numbering 853,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Other Sub-Saharan African people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 892,200 in 6 countries. Their primary language is Krio. The primary religion practiced by the Krio 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