Religion in Senegal

Religion in Senegal (PEW estimate, 2020)
  1. Islam (96.6%)
  2. Christianity (3.3%)
  3. Other (0.1%)

Religion and beliefs occupy an important place in the daily life of the nation of Senegal. The majority of citizens follow Islam (mainly Sunni Islam). In 2013, 6% of the population followed indigenous beliefs (mainly Serer), while 2% followed Christianity (principally Catholicism).

The constitution provides for freedom of religious beliefs and self-governance by religious groups without outside interference.

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