Alternate Names: Kimachame, Kimashami, Machambe, Mashami
Dialects: Bosho, Hai, Masdama (Masama), Ng’uni, Siha (Shira). Chaga dialect continuum member which include Rombo ,, Mochi ,, and Vunjo ,.
Genealogy:
Demographics: 300,000 (1992 UBS), increasing.
Language Use: Vigorous, especially in their home area. All ages. Very positive attitudes.
Language Development: Dictionary. NT: 2000.
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: Tanzania
Other Comments: Christian, Muslim, traditional religion.