Examining the complexities of estate management practices in Central mosques: a case study of Kumasi Central mosque in Ghana

Purpose To analyze the challenges and intricacies involved in managing the physical and administrative aspects of central mosques, with a specific focus on the Kumasi Central Mosque in Ghana. Through this case study, the paper aims to provide insights into the unique estate management practices and...

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Published in:Facilities (Bradford, West Yorkshire, England) West Yorkshire, England), 2024-07, Vol.42 (9/10), p.834-859
Main Authors: Mohammed, Abubakar Sadiq, Mark Adolwine (ESQ.), William, Danlard, Iddrisu
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Buildings
Case studies
Corporate identity
Cultural heritage
Data analysis
Design analysis
Efficiency
Financial management
Historic preservation
Maintenance
Mosques
Mosques & temples
Muslims
Policies
Property management
Religion
Sustainability
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Summary:Purpose To analyze the challenges and intricacies involved in managing the physical and administrative aspects of central mosques, with a specific focus on the Kumasi Central Mosque in Ghana. Through this case study, the paper aims to provide insights into the unique estate management practices and design a conceptual framework that incorporates efficient estate management practices for Ghana’s central mosques. Design/methodology/approach The study adopted a mixed-methods approach. Structured questionnaires were used to gather the data administered to the head of the development office, maintenance workers and mosque users. The data were analyzed using descriptive methods. Findings The overall findings of the study indicate that the estate management practices of the mosque are having difficulties financing maintenance. Other difficulties include the type of maintenance regime, the period of planned maintenance, the lack of an asset register, the absence of insurance policies and the causes of emergency maintenance. Practical implications The research provides valuable insights into the management of central mosques in Ghana and offers scalable practical recommendations such as adopting a planned maintenance regime, insuring mosque facilities and implementing comprehensive recording-keeping guidelines guided by policies. Originality/value The paper will assist stakeholders in comprehending the most practical approach to mosque estate management practices.
ISSN:0263-2772
0263-2772
1758-7131
DOI:10.1108/F-09-2023-0077