This Thursday 6 February 2025 marks an event of great importance in Porokhane, where thousands of faithful gathered to celebrate the Magal dedicated to Sokhna Mame Diarra Bousso. La Cité religieuse, haut lieu de spiritualité et de recueillement, has become the point of convergence of pilgrims coming from various horizons to honour this emblematic figure of Islam in Senegal. The preparations, begun from the eve, saw crowds flock in large numbers to Porokhane, testifying to the cultural and spiritual importance of this event. Upon their arrival, the faithful participate in the rituals of the ziyara, marked by visits to the symbolic places of the city. These sites include the great mosque, the mausoleum of Sokhna Mame Diarra Bousso, and the residences of religious dignitaries, where prayers and moments of meditation are intensely lived. These bring together religious and civil authorities, reaffirming the importance of the event in the cohesion between religious traditions and state structures. This collaboration illustrates the fundamental role of the Magal de Porokhane in the consolidation of spiritual and social values. The Magal de Porokhane, beyond its religious aspect, remains a symbol of gathering and faith, attracting an increasing participation every year, reflecting the attachment of the faithful to the memory and heritage of Sokhna Mame Diarra Bousso.
Porokhane 2025: Le Magal de Sokhna Mame Diarra Bousso, a symbol of faith and of rallying together
