Roman Catholic Diocese of Kolda
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| Statistics | |
|---|---|
| Country: | Senegal |
| Metropolitan: | Dakar |
| Rite: | Latin Rite |
| Area: | 21,011 km² |
| Population: Total: Catholics: |
833,760 (2004) 36,840 (4.4%) |
| Ordinaries | |
| Bishop: | Jean-Pierre Bassène |
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Kolda {Latin: Koldaën(sis)} is a diocese located in the city of Kolda in the Ecclesiastical province of Dakar in Senegal.
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[edit] History
- December 22, 1999: Established as Diocese of Kolda from Diocese of Ziguinchor
[edit] Special churches
- The cathedral is Cathédrale Notre Dame des Victoires in Kolda.
[edit] Leadership
- Bishops of Kolda (Roman rite)
- Bishop Jean-Pierre Bassène (since December 22, 1999)

