Christian population in Africa 2023, by country
In 2023, Nigeria had the largest Christian population in Africa, with around 88.4 million people who identified as Christian. The second highest Christian population was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with 63.2 million people. Christianity has a significant presence in Africa, with its history on the continent dating back to the fourth century in Ethiopia. Furthermore, Christianity has spread throughout Africa with different denominations and traditions, taking root in various regions. Some of the largest Christian denominations in Africa include the Roman Catholic Church, the Anglican Church, and the Pentecostal and Charismatic movements.