More than 365 million Christians around the world suffer high to extreme levels of persecution and discrimination because of their faith in Jesus. This equates to one in seven Christians worldwide, according to Open Doors’ Global Watch List.
More than 365 million Christians around the world suffer high to extreme levels of persecution and discrimination because of their faith in Jesus. This equates to one in seven Christians worldwide, according to Open Doors’ Global Watch List.
Christian persecution is any hostility experienced because of identification with Christ. This definition includes not only violence but also hostile attitudes, words, and actions, as well as all the pressures Christians experience because of their faith in Jesus.
The situation varies from country to country, ranging from rejection and isolation to denial of access to basic needs such as water, food and healthcare. Some face violent abuse, imprisonment, and even death.
The World Watch List ranks the top 50 most difficult countries to be a Christian. The list is compiled by a group of experts, audited by an external organization specializing in religious freedom, and checked for transparency.
The World Watch List is the best and most authoritative list of its kind. Through on-the-ground interviews and data analysis, the list accurately captures the challenges facing persecuted Christians around the world. The list examines the pressure and violence persecuted Christians are subjected to in their public and private lives in each country.
Open Doors has been producing the annual World Watch List for over 30 years.
Below are the 10 most dangerous African countries for Christians in 2024.
Rank Country Score 1 Somalia 93 2 Libya 91 3 Eritrea 89 4 Nigeria 88 5 Sudan 87 6 Mali 79 7 Algeria 79 8 Burkina Faso 75 9 Mauritania 72 10 Morocco 71
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