Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Adamawa-Ubangi

Language: Ngbaka - (nga)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Central African Republic

Also found in: Congo (Brazzaville); Congo (Kinshasa)

Population: 57,500

Global Population: 2,059,600

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Ngbaka Gbaya of Central African Republic, numbering 57,500, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Adamawa-Ubangi people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,059,600 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Ngbaka. The primary religion practiced by the Ngbaka Gbaya 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