Morocco's ambassador to Senegal, Hassan Naciri, was received on June 26, 2026, by Serigne Babacar Sy Mansour, the Khalife général of the Tijaniyya Malikite order, at the latter's residence in Tivaouane, Senegal. The meeting, confirmed by the Moroccan embassy in Dakar, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and religious cooperation between Morocco and Senegal.
During the audience, Ambassador Naciri conveyed greetings from King Mohammed VI to the Khalife général and discussed the deep spiritual bonds linking the two countries, particularly through the Tijaniyya Sufi order, which has a significant following in both nations. The Khalife général praised Morocco's role in promoting Islamic values of tolerance and peace.
The visit underscores the longstanding cultural and religious exchanges between Morocco and Senegal, where the Tijaniyya order originated in the 18th century. Both sides expressed commitment to further collaboration in education and interfaith dialogue.
