Islam in the Gambia
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Islam is the major religion in the Gambia, representing 97%[1] of the 2 million population, with the first Muslim communities in the country arriving in 11th century.[2] Islam has therefore had an influence on the Gambia throughout history, and continues to impact its culture, society and politics. The majority of The Gambia's Muslims are Sunni belonging to the Maliki school of jurisprudence, influenced with Sufism.[3] There is a smaller Shiite community, largely stemming from Lebanese and Arab migration.[4] The Ahmadiyya movement is also present.[5] Other religious societies exist in the country, including Catholics, Protestants,[6] Hindus[3] and Traditional African religions.[7]
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