Guinea is a West African nation. It is culturally diverse, with more than 20 ethnic groups, vibrant music traditions, and deeply rooted Islamic practices, which make up the majority religion.

Christianity entered Guinea through Portuguese Catholic traders in the 15th century and later through French Catholic and Protestant missionaries, who established schools, built medical centers, and churches. However, Christian teenagers in Guinea today face immense struggles. They live in a society where Islam dominates, educational infrastructure is weak, and political instability following multiple coups—including the most recent one that caused Guinea’s isolation from the African Union—creates uncertainty and insecurity.

The Guinean Church is under threat from Islamic extremism, political oppression, and internal weakness due to limited discipleship.