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There are many different aspects to Ghana religion – OverlandingAfrica.com gives you a chance to learn more about the country’s religious groups.
The main religious sectors in Ghana include Christianity, closely followed by Islamic and then other religions, including traditional beliefs which are often practiced alongside mainstream religions.
Christian denominations include Catholics, three branches of Methodists, Anglicans, Mennonites, two branches of Presbyterians, Lutherans, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Seventh-Day Adventists, Pentecostals, Baptists, and Society of Friends.
The traditional religions generally involve belief in a supreme being along with lesser gods. Ancestors and spirits also play a large role in these beliefs, as does animist aspects.
There are three primary branches of Islam within the country, including Ahlussuna, Tijanis, and Ahmadis. A small number of Muslims are Shi'a.
There are also very small percentages of other religions in Ghana, including Baha'i Faith, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism, Shintoism, Ninchiren Shoshu Soka Gakkai, Sri Sathya Sai Baba Sera, Sat Sang, Eckanker, the Divine Light Mission, Hare Krishna and Rastafarianism.
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