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Sahafatra
Ethnic group in Madagascar From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Sahafatra, also known as Safatra, are an ethnic group of Madagascar inhabiting the mountainous part of Atsimo Atsinanana region.[2]
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.
Bibliography
- Earth‑Shakers of Sahafatra: A Study of the People and Land of Sahafatra, Southeast Madagascar. CORE. PDF. Accessed 28 June 2025.
References
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