Mali’s centuries-old Tomb of Askia gets new lease of life

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In the heart of the East Malian city of Gao stands the Tomb of Askia - a symbol of the West African country's rich cultural heritage. The ancient burial site dating back to the 15th century is now in peril, as climate change and extreme weather conditions take their toll. But efforts are underway to maintain and preserve the structure which is a source of pride for inhabitants, and a draw for visitors from near and far.

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00:00Tomo Rizaskiya is a historical monument built by Askiya Mohamed in 1495.

00:25It is a very old monument,

00:27which shows the power and greatness of the Songhe empire.

00:30It is a living material proof today.

00:32Tomo Rizaskiya is a historical monument built by Askiya Mohamed in 1495.

00:42It is a very old monument, which shows the power and greatness of the Songhe empire.

00:52Of course, there is the maintenance and the actions of maintenance by the management committee, by the communities.

01:00But to undertake such actions to fully rehabilitate the mosque is the first time.

01:08So it is really a great path to which we are committed so that everything is perfectly realized as planned.

01:22Tomo Rizaskiya is a historical monument built by Askiya Mohamed in 1495.

01:30It is a very old monument, which shows the power and greatness of the Songhe empire.

01:40Tomo Rizaskiya is a historical monument built by Askiya Mohamed in 1495.

01:50It is a very old monument, which shows the power and greatness of the Songhe empire.

02:00Tomo Rizaskiya is a historical monument built by Askiya Mohamed in 1495.

02:10It is a very old monument built by Askiya Mohamed in 1495.

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