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Executive Summary
A concise overview of our flagship Annual Report 2026, summarizing key findings, regional analysis, and policy recommendations for decision-makers and institutions.
Annual Report 2026
The complete first part of NORF's Annual Report 2026, covering Somalia, Nigeria, and Afghanistan, documenting patterns of persecution and the structures that allow them to persist.
The Global Persecution of Christians
Part one. This report examines Somalia, where decades of state collapse, clan structures, and the rise of Al-Shabaab have created severe threats to religious freedom.
The Global Persecution of Christians
Part two. This report traces Nigeria's religious history and examines how it continues to shape the country's legal framework, demography, and security environment today.
The Global Persecution of Christians
Part three. This report examines Afghanistan, where Taliban rule has created one of the world's most restrictive environments for religious freedom.
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