Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Kru
Language: Bassa - (bsq)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Liberia
Also found in: Sierra Leone
Population: 799,000
Global Population: 809,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Bassa of Liberia, numbering 799,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Kru people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 809,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Bassa. The primary religion practiced by the Bassa 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