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