Description
Islam in a Zongo offers a comprehensive ethnographic examination of Muslim communities residing in the Zongo quarters of Asante, Ghana. Benedikt Pontzen provides an intimate portrait of Muslim lifeworlds, exploring how faith, culture, and daily practices intersect within these distinct urban neighborhoods. The study delves into the social structures, religious observances, and cultural dynamics that characterize Muslim life in Ghana’s interior regions.
Through detailed fieldwork and analysis, Pontzen illuminates the complexities of Islamic practice in West Africa, examining how Muslims navigate tradition and modernity while maintaining strong community bonds. The book addresses issues of identity, belonging, and religious expression within the context of Ghana’s plural society. As part of the International African Library series, this work contributes significantly to scholarly understanding of Islam in sub-Saharan Africa and urban anthropology.
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