Alternate Names: “Matakam” (pej.), Mofa, Natakan
Dialects: Central Mafa (Koza, Ldamtsai, Mokola, Mokolo, Ouzal), East Mafa (Roua, Soulede), West Mafa (Magoumaz, Mavoumay).
Genealogy:
Demographics: 136,000 in Cameroon (1982 SIL). Population total all countries: 140,910.
Language Use: Used as L2 by Cuvok [cuv], Gavar [gou], Mefele [mfj], Vemgo-Mabas [vem].
Language Development: New orthography in Catholic schools. Taught in primary and secondary schools. Poetry. Radio programs. Dictionary. Bible: 1978–1989.
Writing System: Latin
Nation of Origin: Cameroon
Other Comments: Traditional religion.