Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Bantu, Nguni

Language: Xhosa - (xho)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Botswana

Also found in: Lesotho; South Africa; Zimbabwe

Population: 15,000

Global Population: 9,827,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Xhosa of Botswana, numbering 15,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Nguni people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 9,827,500 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Xhosa. The primary religion practiced by the Xhosa 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