Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples
People Cluster: Malagasy
Language: Plateau Malagasy - (plt)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Reunion
Also found in: Canada; Comoros; France; Mauritius; Mayotte; United States
Population: 12,500
Global Population: 90,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Malagasy of Reunion, numbering 12,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Malagasy people cluster within the Malay Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 90,000 in 7 countries. Their primary language is Plateau Malagasy. The primary religion practiced by the Malagasy 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