Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

People Cluster: Songhai

Language: Songhay, Koyraboro Senni - (ses)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Niger

Also found in: Benin; Ghana; Mali

Population: 1,445,000

Global Population: 2,851,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Songhai of Niger, numbering 1,445,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Songhai people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,851,000 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Songhay, Koyraboro Senni. The primary religion practiced by the Songhai is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.

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