Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-South

Language: Mbukushu - (mhw)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Zambia

Also found in: Angola; Botswana; Namibia

Population: 12,500

Global Population: 64,500

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

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

Overview: The Mbukushu of Zambia, numbering 12,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-South people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 64,500 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Mbukushu. The primary religion practiced by the Mbukushu 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