Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Seven Sorrows

Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Seven Sorrows is a Catholic church in Navrongo that combines European and West African architectural approaches. The structure uses mud construction with local materials, blending design elements from both traditions.

The building was completed in 1920, establishing a major religious presence in northern Ghana. In 2006, Pope Benedict XVI granted it minor basilica status, recognizing its significance after decades of service to the community.

Women artists from Sirigu village created interior murals that blend Catholic imagery with local artistic traditions, bringing regional craftsmanship into the sacred space. Their work shows how religious and community identity merge visually within the building.

The compound serves as a central location for religious ceremonies and community gatherings in the district. It functions as an active place of worship and social gathering for the surrounding area.

The structure is registered as a monument with the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board and appears on the tentative UNESCO World Heritage list. This designation protects it as a site of international cultural importance.

Location: Kassena Nankana Municipal District

Inception: 1906

GPS coordinates: 10.88427,-1.07786

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44