Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples
People Cluster: Hani
Language: Akha - (ahk)
Alternate Name(s): Ekaw, Khako
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Myanmar
Also found in: China; Laos; Thailand; Vietnam
Population: 214,000
Global Population: 715,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Akha of Myanmar, numbering 214,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Hani people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 715,000 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Akha. The primary religion practiced by the Akha 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