Islam in Angola

Angola is a predominantly Christian country with Islam being a minority religion. As of 2014 census, there are 195,000 Muslims in Angola, representing 1% of total population.[1] Most Muslims in Angola are Sunni. They are generally foreign migrants from West Africa and the Middle East, although a few are local converts. There exist several Islamic organizations that run mosques, schools and community centers. The Association of the Development of Islam in Angola is the primary proselytizing organization. Muslim Angolans are represented by the Supreme Council of Angolan Muslims of Luanda.[2] As of 2020, the Angolan government does not legally recognize any Muslim organizations; as a result, mosques in the country have faced restrictions and many have been shut down by the government.[3][4]

  1. ^ "Angola Religion Facts & Stats". www.nationmaster.com. Retrieved 2021-07-10.
  2. ^ Oyebade, Adebayo O. Culture And Customs of Angola, 2006. Pages 45–46.
  3. ^ "2020 Report on International Religious Freedom: Angola". 2020.
  4. ^ "Angola accused of 'banning' Islam as mosques closed | World news | The Guardian". theguardian.com. Retrieved 2016-02-04.

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