Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Pygmy
Language: Baka (Cameroon) - (bkc)
Alternate Name(s): “Babinga”, Bebayaka, Bayaka
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant
Country: Gabon
Also found in: Cameroon
Population: 6,500
Global Population: 68,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Baka of Gabon, numbering 6,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Pygmy people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 68,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Baka (Cameroon). The primary religion practiced by the Baka is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available