Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Northwest

Language: Teke-Tsaayi - (tyi)

Alternate Name(s): Tsaayi, Yaka

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Congo

Also found in: Gabon

Population: 149,000

Global Population: 214,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Western Teke of Congo, numbering 149,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Northwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 214,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Teke-Tsaayi. The primary religion practiced by the Western Teke is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Not Available

Jesus Film: Not Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available