Religion in Burundi

About 60 percent of the population of Burundi are Roman Catholic and about 10 percent are Muslim. The remainder practise other Christian faiths, indigenous religions, or have no religious affiliation.

Religious Freedom

The Transitional Constitutional Act of 2001 provided for freedom of religion and this right is generally respected in practise. Religious groups must register with the Ministry of Interior and maintain a headquarters within the country. The heads of major religions are given diplomatic status. Certain Catholic holidays are observed as public holidays.

See also

• Islam in Burundi