Religion in Guinea-Bissau

, Guinea-Bissau. Most of Guinea-Bissau's Muslims belong to Sunni Islam and follow Sufi orders. Islam is practiced most widely by the Fula, Soninke, Susu and Mandinka ethnic groups, and Muslims generally live in the north and northeast. Initial growth of Islam was limited to the rulers and trading elites of Guinea-Bissau. Major expansion of Islam among the mainstream happened in the 18th and 19th centuries, after the invasion by Biafada kingdom, and the waves of Fulani jihads that arrived from the north led by Musa Ibrahim, Ibrahim Sori, El Hadj Umar Tall and Koli Tenguella. ==Christianity==

Christianity arrived in Guinea-Bissau with Portuguese traders and missionaries in the 15th century, but only in its coastal regions. Active missionary efforts started only in the 20th century, and in 1977 it became a diocese of the Holy See. and the Christian community predominantly consists of the Papel, Manjak, and Balanta ethnic groups. Catholics make up over half of the Christian population, whereas Brazilian Protestant denominations and other Protestant groups maintain numerous congregations and missions across the nation. Christianity is perceived to be expanding in Guinea-Bissau, particularly among adherents of traditional religions. It is projected that by 2050, Christians will constitute approximately 30% of the population in Guinea-Bissau. ==Freedom of religion==

The Constitution sees freedom of conscience and religion as inviolable and provides for freedom of worship. In 2023, the country scored 3 out of 4 for religious freedom. ==See also==