Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Central-Congo

Language: Mbere - (mdt)

Alternate Name(s): Ambede

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Congo

Also found in: Gabon

Population: 119,000

Global Population: 207,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Mbede of Congo, numbering 119,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Central-Congo people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 207,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Mbere. The primary religion practiced by the Mbede 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