Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

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: 1,500

Global Population: 55,000

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 1,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Bantu, Northwest people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 55,000 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