Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Sudanic

Language: Baka (South Sudan) - (bdh)

Alternate Name(s): Mbaka

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: South Sudan

Also found in: Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Population: 45,000

Global Population: 48,000

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Tara Baaka of South Sudan, numbering 45,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Sudanic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 48,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Baka (South Sudan). The primary religion practiced by the Tara Baaka is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

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Jesus Film: Available

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Radio Broadcast: Not Available