Christianity was introduced to Africa in the first century AD, and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church is among the world’s oldest Christian congregations.
Since its introduction, there have been polarizing views on Christianity, with some seeing no reason to abandon their original religions, while some have fully embraced the Christian faith.
Those belonging to the latter have ensured that the religion has grown tremendously on the continent, introducing it to their families, immediate communities, and immediate environments such as schools and workplaces.
Additionally, highly influential religious leaders have spread the Christian doctrine across Africa and even beyond via their platforms, some of which have millions of followers.
Christianity in Africa has become a force, having an influence that affects the socio-economic and political events in some countries. Even governments typically employ the use and views of religious leaders to tighten their grip on their public vote of confidence.
This raises the question of which countries on the continent have the most Christian influence. Religion across Africa is highly significant, but some countries have more Muslims than Christians and vice versa, and some countries have more traditionalists.
| Rank | Country | Number of Christians |
|---|---|---|
|
1. |
Ethiopia |
77,500,000 |
|
2. |
Nigeria |
74,400,000 |
|
3. |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
63,100,000 |
|
4. |
South Africa |
52,900,000 |
|
5. |
Kenya |
40,700,000 |
|
6. |
Tanzania |
31,300,000 |
|
7. |
Uganda |
29,300,000 |
|
8. |
Madagascar |
22,300,000 |
|
9. |
Ghana |
22,000,000 |
|
10. |
Angola |
17,100,000 |
