Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Mande

Language: Mende (Sierra Leone) - (men)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: United States

Also found in: Liberia; Sierra Leone

Population: 32,500

Global Population: 2,924,500

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Mande of United States, numbering 32,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Mande people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,924,500 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Mende (Sierra Leone). The primary religion practiced by the Mande 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