Contemporary Muslim-Christian Interaction in Ivory Coast

Sereme  Aboubakary; Maroning  Salaming

doi:10.35516/hum.v49i4.2109

Authors

Sereme Aboubakary Prince of Songkla University
Maroning Salaming Prince of Songkla University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35516/hum.v49i4.2109

Keywords:

Contemporary, interaction, Muslim, Christian, Ivory Coast

Abstract

Objectives: This qualitative study investigates a reality check of the interaction between Islam and Christianity in (Man) City, by investigating the level of peaceful coexistence among Muslims and Christians in (Man’s) Ivory Coast.

Methods: The research used specific selection to provide concrete information to address the current situation among the citizens and to find suitable solutions to maintain peaceful coexistence among 3 religious groups: imams, pastors, and community members, chosen based on their experiences in the current coexistence situation.

Results: The findings indicated that the current interaction between Muslims and Christians has been amicable and warm and that both religion members live in peace and harmony, since President Ouattara was assigned in 2011, who established a good relationship between the two religions. It was also found that the participants view Christianity as the favorite religion of the government, while Muslims have the greater influence in the society.

Conclusions: The research concludes that Ivorian Muslims and Christians enjoy peaceful coexistence in harmony, tolerance and mutual respect. Religious dialogue plays some crucial roles in resolving disputes and misunderstandings. The study therefore, recommends that the government and the religious leaders need to create awareness so as to educate the citizens on the importance of peaceful religious coexistence in the society.

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