Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Pygmy

Language: Yaka (Central African Republic) - (axk)

Alternate Name(s): Pygmy Bayaka, Aka, Yaka

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Congo

Also found in: Central African Republic

Population: 45,000

Global Population: 72,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Bayaka of Congo, numbering 45,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Pygmy people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 72,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Yaka (Central African Republic). The primary religion practiced by the Bayaka is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available