Affinity Group: American Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Latin American and Caribbean Peoples

People Cluster: South American Indigenous

Language: Akawaio - (ake)

Alternate Name(s): Akawai, Akawayo, Kapong, Ingariko, Ingaricó, Kapon, Acahuayo, Acewaio, Pemon

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Venezuela

Also found in: Brazil; Guyana

Population: 900

Global Population: 7,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Akawaio of Venezuela, numbering 900, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the South American Indigenous people cluster within the Latin American and Caribbean Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 7,000 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Akawaio. The primary religion practiced by the Akawaio is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.

Bible Translations: Available

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