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.[citation needed]
Temple
There is a functioning Hindu temple in Freetown.[4] It is run by the local Temple Committee.[5]
See also
References
- ↑ International Religious Freedom Report 2006, Sierra Leone reported that there is small number of Hindus in Sierra Leone
- ↑ https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/what-religions-are-practised-in-sierra-leone.html
- ↑ Indians’ Cremation Ceremony versus disgruntled youths in Sierra Leone
- ↑ Indian Community in Sierra Leone, p. 5
- ↑ https://www.mea.gov.in/Portal/ForeignRelation/Sierra_Leone_Feb_2016.pdf
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