Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Swahili

Language: Swahili - (swh)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: South Africa

Also found in: Oman

Population: 1,900

Global Population: 59,900

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical

Overview: The Zanzibari of South Africa, numbering 1,900, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Swahili people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 59,900 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Swahili. The primary religion practiced by the Zanzibari 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