Anthropological research in Ghana offers a nuanced understanding of Christian-Muslim relations, moving beyond simplistic narratives of conflict or forced tolerance. It highlights the importance of cultural context, everyday interactions, and the interplay between religious and social life in fostering peaceful coexistence and various forms of interfaith engagement.
Anthropologists examine how religious traditions are "culturalized" in Ghana, particularly in the context of postcolonial societies. This can involve dominant religions being re-labeled as culture to maintain their presence in the secular public sphere, while non-dominant religions may undergo culturalization as a form of marginalization or exclusion. The perceived compatibility of a religious tradition with a particular understanding of 'modernity' can determine the model of culturalization adopted.