Al Nejashi Mosque
Al Nejashi Mosque is a mosque and mausoleum located in Negash, in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia.
History
The mosque was established after 615 CE, when the first Muslims are said to have migrated to Abyssinia during the reign of Najashi. It is named after Najashi, a King of Aksum and Christian leader, who provided refuge for Muslim fleeing persecution.In 2018, the mosque was renovated with funds from Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency. Accommodations, visitor center and toilets were built around the mosque building that were completed by September 2018. In 2021, the mosque was damaged by fighting during the Tigray War. The minaret was destroyed, its dome partially collapsed and its façade was ruined. Soon afterwards, the Government of Ethiopia vowed to repair the building; and in 2024, TIKA announced further funding to complete the final stages of restoration. The restoration was completed during 2025.