1739: Charles Antwi on Atheism, Secular Humanism, and African Spirituality in Ghana
Author(s): Scott Douglas Jacobsen
Publication (Outlet/Website): Medium (Personal)
Publication Date (yyyy/mm/dd): 2026/08/15
“Humanism is more than disbelief; it is about how you live and relate to others.”
“Some people identify as atheists, but that does not automatically make them humanists. Being a humanist requires a different level of ethical commitment and worldview.”
“Not every atheist can be called a humanist. That is an important distinction.”
“In Ghana, the term humanist is often misunderstood. Many equate it with simply being humanitarian and assume you cannot be humanitarian without a belief in God.”
“In Ghana, many people claim to have left the church or religion, but they still hold onto certain spiritual beliefs.”
“We are still working on identifying and organizing around a more precise, shared definition of humanism.”
“Part of the issue is that, in trying to be inclusive, we sometimes blur the lines too much.”
“It usually starts with rejecting the god they were raised with, whether that is the Christian or Muslim concept of God.”
“What I often see is that once they reject the God of Christianity, many turn toward African spirituality. They claim to be returning to their roots.”
“You might find a sense of unity or connection by exploring your heritage, but trying to revive ancient religious practices does not offer much in terms of clarity or progress.”
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