Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Malinke

Language: Mandinka - (mnk)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Islam

Country: United States

Also found in: Benin; France; Gambia; Ghana; Guinea-Bissau; Senegal

Population: 2,800

Global Population: 2,078,900

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Mandinka of United States, numbering 2,800, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Malinke people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,078,900 in 7 countries. Their primary language is Mandinka. The primary religion practiced by the Mandinka is Islam, a monotheistic religion built around the teachings of the Qur'an and of the prophet Muhammad.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available