Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples
People Cluster: Malagasy
Language: Sakalava Malagasy - (skg)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Madagascar
Also found in: Comoros
Population: 1,055,000
Global Population: 1,056,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Sakalava of Madagascar, numbering 1,055,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Malagasy people cluster within the Malay Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,056,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Sakalava Malagasy. The primary religion practiced by the Sakalava 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