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Christianity in Guinea-Bissau

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Christianity in Guinea-Bissau
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Christianity is the third largest religion in Guinea-Bissau, constituting approximately 19% of the country's population according to a comprehensive 2020 study and report by the PEW.[1][2][3] Various missionary groups operate freely throughout the nation.[4]

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Cathedral in Bissau

Christians are present throughout the country but most heavily concentrated in Bissau and western regions.[5] The Constitution sees freedom of conscience and religion as inviolable and provides for freedom of worship.[6]

In 2023, the country scored 3 out of 4 for religious freedom.[7]

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Roman Catholicism

In 2022, over 70% of Christians belong to the Roman Catholic Church (including the Portuguese Bissau-Guineans).[8]

There are two dioceses:

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