Kasua
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A language of Papua New Guinea
580 (2000 SIL). 240 monolinguals (2000 SIL). Ethnic population: 580 (2000 SIL).
Gulf province: West Kikori RLLG, 6 villages; Southern Highlands province: east and south of Mount Bosavi; Western province: Olosobip RLLG.
6a (Vigorous).
None known. Grammatical structures reportedly very similar with Fasu [faa] despite being classified in different families.
Home, community. Mixed use: Church, business. Used by all. Positive attitudes. Many also use Tok Pisin [tpi], especially young men. Some also use Hiri Motu [hmo], especially adult men. Also use Eibela [ail]. Also use English [eng], especially young people. Also use Fasu [faa]. Also use Gogodala [ggw]. Also use Huli [hui]. Also use Kaluli [bco]. Also use Kamula [xla]. Used as L2 by Fasu [faa].
Some are literate in Fasu. NT: 2016.
Christian.