Senegal grieves the loss of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, influential mouride leader
Senegal mourns the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, a revered spiritual leader from Guinguinéo, who died on July 9, 2026. Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, conveyed his heartfelt condolences, highlighting the warm hospitality and profound humanity of the late khalife.
Ousmane Sonko, Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, expressed profound sorrow upon learning of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké’s passing. The influential mouride guide, khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo, died on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Tributes pour in for Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké
In a moving statement, Sonko described the loss as deeply personal: « With great emotion and sadness, I learned of the passing of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké, the khalife of the Khassim Mbacké family in Guinguinéo. »
Throughout their many interactions, the Speaker recalled the spiritual leader’s exceptional warmth and kindness. « On every occasion, he welcomed us with genuine affection, warmth, and benevolence that left a lasting impression, » Sonko shared.
Extending his heartfelt condolences, he offered prayers not only to the bereaved family but also to the Grand Khalife of the Mourides, the religious community of Guinguinéo, and the entire nation of Senegal.
« May God, in His boundless mercy, grant him forgiveness and welcome him into His eternal paradise, » he prayed.
The departure of Serigne Abdou Bakhi Mbacké has sent shockwaves of grief through the mouride community and across Senegal, where ongoing tributes reflect the deep respect he commanded.
