Among the nine million Somalis in Somalia, only 0.30% are Christian. They are 97% Muslim. Across northeastern Africa known as the “Horn of Africa” and the Middle East, there are over sixteen million Somalis and many live a Nomadic Lifestyle while others are more settled as farmers or craftsmen. Over 9 million live in the country of Somalia. Among these 9 million, there are no Christians and the country is primarily Muslim.

Christians in Somalia are subject to extreme persecution with the country ranking second on the list of top fifty countries for persecuted Christians. 

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