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 are 4,400 Hindus (0.05%) in Sierra Leone as of 2025, 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
Template:Historical populations
| Year | Percent | Increase |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 0.1% | - |
| 2007 | 0.04% | -0.6 |
| 2015 | 0.05% | +0.01 |
| 2025 | 0.05% | - |
Temples
There is a functioning Hindu temple in Freetown.[6] It is run by the local Temple Committee.[7]
See also
References
- ↑ 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 2025-11-26.
- ↑ Indians’ Cremation Ceremony versus disgruntled youths in Sierra Leone. Retrieved 2013-07-31.
- ↑ Indian Community in Sierra Leone, p. 5
- ↑ Indian Community in Sierra Leone, p. 5
- ↑ India - Sierra Leone Relations. Government of India - Ministry of External Affairs(February 2016). Retrieved 28 March 2024.