Obituary: Mouride community mourns the passing of Serigne Cheikh Ngounda Fall

Serigne Cheikh Ngounda Fall died, with his passing announced on Thursday, October 15, 2026. He was the khalife of Serigne Saliou Fall, a son of Mame Cheikh Ibrahima Fall, founder of the Baye Fall movement and companion of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba. His death prompted deep sorrow in Thiès, particularly in Médina Fall, where followers gathered to support the family. Details about the body’s departure, funeral prayer and burial had not yet been announced.