Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Bantu, Northwest
Language: Kélé - (keb)
Alternate Name(s): Dikele, Akele, Western Kele, Kili
Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism
Country: Gabon
Also found in: Congo
Population: 1,400
Global Population: 53,400
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical
Overview: The Kele of Gabon, numbering 1,400, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Northwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 53,400 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Kélé. The primary religion practiced by the Kele is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available