Ivorian mosque embodies history and cultural identity
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In Bouna, Côte d’Ivoire, the Sudanese-style mosque in the Limamso quarter represents a key symbol of the historical memory and cultural identity of the Bounkani people.
Built in the 18th century, the mosque’s architecture and traditional construction methods demonstrate a history of cultural exchange and knowledge sharing among West African communities. Dr. Mousso Assalé Véronique of the Ivorian Office of Cultural Heritage noted the building proves the skill of traditional builders who used local resources and proven techniques.
The mosque also holds the collective memory of local communities, continuing cultural practices and representing a living heritage. Preserving the mosque is therefore a shared responsibility, vital for safeguarding ancestral knowledge and passing on this historical and cultural legacy to future generations. Dr. Assalé stated that protecting the mosque means protecting a monument, a memory, skills, an identity, and a shared history.
