Jainism in Africa
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The history of Jainism in Africa is relatively short when compared with the histories of Judaism, Christianity and Islam on the same continent. There are about 20,000 Jains and around 10 Jain organizations in Africa.[1][2]
Jain temple, Mombasa | |
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 20,000[1] | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Languages | |
| African Languages Indian Languages | |
| Religion | |
| Jainism |
History
Jainism in Kenya
Jainism in Kenya has been present for about 100 years.[5] It is practiced by a small community that actively organizes Jain conventions,[6] film festivals[7] and other community programs.
There are Jain temples in Nairobi and Mombasa.[8] Jains are among the most successful and prosperous businessmen in Nairobi and other bigger towns.[9]
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