Population: Approximately 15 million speakers (2023).
Number of people who speak Shona worldwide: Approximately 15 million. Mainly in Zimbabwe, with smaller communities in Mozambique and among the Zimbabwean diaspora.
Where Shona is also spoken outside Zimbabwe: Small communities in Mozambique and among the diaspora in the UK and the US.
Reached vs Unreached: 50% Reached, 50% Unreached.
How many people have a smartphone with internet access in Zimbabwe: Approximately 30% to 40% of the population.
