Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Northwest

Language: Yaka (Congo) - (iyx)

Alternate Name(s): West Teke

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Gabon

Also found in: Congo

Population: 66,000

Global Population: 218,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Western Teke of Gabon, numbering 66,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Northwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 218,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Yaka (Congo). The primary religion practiced by the Western Teke 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