Senegal

Languages:

Senegal, a West African nation, has French as its official language, which is used in administration, education, and media. The country is linguistically diverse, with numerous indigenous languages spoken by various ethnic communities. Some of the most widely spoken native languages include Wolof, Pulaar, Serer, Mandinka, and Jola. The linguistic landscape of Senegal is further enriched by the presence of other Niger-Congo languages, reflecting the nation's rich cultural history.

Religion:

Religion in Senegal is predominantly Muslim, with approximately 95.9% of the population adhering to Islam, the majority of whom follow the Sunni tradition. The constitution guarantees freedom of religion and promotes the secular nature of the state. Other significant religious communities include Christians (4.0%), mainly Roman Catholics, and practitioners of traditional African religions (0.1%).

Ethnic Groups:

Wolof 37.1%, Pular 26.2%, Serer 17%, Mandinka 5.6%, Jola 4.5%, Soninke 1.4%, other 8.3% (includes Europeans and persons of Lebanese descent) (2017 est.)