Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Chadic
Language: Masana - (mcn)
Alternate Name(s): Masana, Banana, Yagoua
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Chad
Also found in: Cameroon
Population: 324,000
Global Population: 645,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Masa of Chad, numbering 324,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Chadic people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 645,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Masana. The primary religion practiced by the Masa 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