Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Sudanic

Language: Furu - (fuu)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Central African Republic

Also found in: Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Population: 6,000

Global Population: 47,000

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Furu of Central African Republic, numbering 6,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Sudanic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 47,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Furu. The primary religion practiced by the Furu is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available