Hinduism in Sierra Leone

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]

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.[3]

Following the exodus of expatriates in 1999 during the Sierra Leone civil war, the Indian community numbers dwindled to about 100, mostly businessmen of Sindhi origin.

Temple

There is a functioning Hindu temple in Freetown.[4]It is run by the local Temple Committee.[5]

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See also

References
  1. International Religious Freedom Report 2006, Sierra Leone reported that there is small number of Hindus in Sierra Leone
  2. https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/what-religions-are-practised-in-sierra-leone.html
  3. Indians’ Cremation Ceremony versus disgruntled youths in Sierra Leone
  4. Indian Community in Sierra Leone, p. 5
  5. https://www.mea.gov.in/Portal/ForeignRelation/Sierra_Leone_Feb_2016.pdf


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