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]
| 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]
There is a functioning Hindu temple in Freetown. [12] It is run by the local Temple Committee. [13]
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