Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Adamawa-Ubangi
Language: Northwest Gbaya - (gya)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Congo (Brazzaville)
Also found in: Cameroon; Central African Republic; Sudan
Population: 5,900
Global Population: 768,400
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Gbaya of Congo (Brazzaville), numbering 5,900, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Adamawa-Ubangi people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 768,400 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Northwest Gbaya. The primary religion practiced by the Gbaya is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available