Islam in Burkina Faso

Islam in Burkina Faso (Upper Volta) has a long and varied history. According to the 2010 census, the population of the country is 61.5% Muslim. Although the vast majority of Muslims are Sunni belonging to Maliki madhhab, Shia Islam and Ahmadiyya movement also have some following.

Islam in Burkina Faso

Islam in Burkina Faso (Upper Volta) has a long and varied history. According to the 2010 census, the population of the country is 61.5% Muslim. Although the vast majority of Muslims are Sunni belonging to Maliki madhhab, Shia Islam and Ahmadiyya movement also have some following.