Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Pygmy
Language: Yaka (Central African Republic) - (axk)
Alternate Name(s): Pygmy Bayaka, Yaka, Aka
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism
Country: Congo (Brazzaville)
Also found in: Central African Republic
Population: 44,500
Global Population: 72,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Bayaka of Congo (Brazzaville), numbering 44,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Pygmy people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 72,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Yaka (Central African Republic). The primary religion practiced by the Bayaka is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available