Religion in Malawi

Religion in Malawi (2020 estimate)
  1. Christianity (79.3%)
  2. Islam (14.0%)
  3. Traditional faiths (5.90%)
  4. None (0.50%)
  5. Others (0.30%)

Christianity is the most widely professed religion in Malawi, with significant populations of the adherents of Islam and traditional faiths. Religious pluralism is both a prominent social value and enshrined in the country's constitution.

Malawi is a secular state. The Christian festivals of Christmas and Good Friday are recognised as national holidays.

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