Sahafatra

Ethnic group in Madagascar From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Sahafatra, also known as Safatra, are an ethnic group of Madagascar inhabiting the mountainous part of Atsimo Atsinanana region.[2]

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Sahafatra
Safatra
Total population
129,000 [1]
Regions with significant populations
Madagascar
Languages
Sahafatra
Religion
Traditional beliefs
Christianity
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Location

The Sahafatra are found mostly in the district of Vondrozo.[3]

Recognition

The Sahafatra like the Masikoro, Mikea and the Vorimo aren't included in the 18 officially recognized tribes of Madagascar despite being a full-fledged ethnic group. They are considered as part of Tanala, Antesaka or Bara.[4]

History

A letter from De Faye in 1668 mentioned the Sahafatra in a conflict between them and the Antesaka.[5]

Sahafatra was one of the malagasy tribes independent from Hova rule[6]

They took part in the 1904-1905 revolt against French colonists.

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