Hinduism in Sierra Leone is the religion of some South Asian expatriates.[1] Hindus in Sierra Leone are primarily of South Asian descent and are usually traders.[2] There were 3,550 Hindus (0.05%) in Sierra Leone in 2015, according to ARDA.[3]
Freetown, the capital and principal city of Sierra Leone, has a large Hindu community, including a Hindu association and a priest. Hindus are allowed cremation in Freetown.[4]
Following the exodus of expatriates in 1999 during the Sierra Leone civil war, the Indian community numbers dwindled to about 1500, mostly businessmen of Sindhi origin.[5]
Demographics edit
| Year | Pop. | ±% |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4,750 | — |
| 2007 | 1,942 | −59.1% |
| 2015 | 3,550 | +82.8% |
| Source: [6][7][8] | ||
| Year | Percent | Increase |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 0.1% | - |
| 2007 | 0.04% | -0.6 |
| 2015 | 0.05% | +0.01 |
In 2001, there were 4,750 Hindus (0.1%) which decreased to 1,942 Hindus (0.04%) in 2007 and then increased to 3,550 Hindus (0.05%) in 2015.[9][10][11]
Temples edit
There is a functioning Hindu temple in Freetown.[12] It is run by the local Temple Committee. [13]
See also edit
References edit
- ^ International Religious Freedom Report 2006, Sierra Leone reported that there is small number of Hindus in Sierra Leone
- ^ "Major Religions of Sierra Leone". 4 April 2018.
- ^ "Sierra Leone, Religion And Social Profile". thearda.com. Retrieved 2021-10-12.
- ^ Indians’ Cremation Ceremony versus disgruntled youths in Sierra Leone
- ^ Indian Community in Sierra Leone, p. 5
- ^ "Religious Freedom Page". Archived from the original on 6 November 2007.
- ^ "Country Profile: Sierra Leone (Republic of Sierra Leone)". Archived from the original on October 14, 2007. Retrieved 14 February 2015.
- ^ "Sierra Leone, Religion And Social Profile". thearda.com. Retrieved 2021-10-12.
- ^ "Religious Freedom Page". Archived from the original on 6 November 2007.
- ^ "Country Profile: Sierra Leone (Republic of Sierra Leone)". Archived from the original on October 14, 2007. Retrieved 14 February 2015.
- ^ "Sierra Leone, Religion And Social Profile". thearda.com. Retrieved 2021-10-12.
- ^ Indian Community in Sierra Leone, p. 5
- ^ "India - Sierra Leone Relations" (PDF). Government of India - Ministry of External Affairs. February 2016. p. 3. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
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