The historic Bole Mosque which is the look-alike of the famous Larabanga Mosque located in the Savannah region of Ghana partially collapsed due to neglect, termite infestations, and the use of modern materials in repairs.
The mosque which was built with mud and wood resembling the Larabanga Mosque collpased on Sunday, September 17, after a long downpour.
It is a historically significant site with a unique neo-Sudanese architectural design, reflecting the growth of Islamic communities in northern Ghana.
Museum authorities suggest repairing it with local expertise to preserve its historical value instead of demolishing and rebuilding it.
This incident highlights the challenges of preserving culturally significant structures and the need for a balance between historical integrity and safety. Similar mud mosques can be found in neighboring West African countries like Mali.
Whilst the collapse of the historic mosque became topical amongst sections of the public, some people who are not familiar with it, erroneously claimed that it was the Labaranga Mosque which collapsed.
Meanwhile the Larabanga Mosque is still in good shape and receiving tourists.
Source: www.ghanaweb.com/GNA
