Who is Khadim Mbacké, the Quranic teacher sentenced to 20 years in prison?

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Senegal

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Who is Khadim Mbacké, the Quranic teacher sentenced to 20 years in prison?

Serigne Khadim Mbacké, a respected figure in Touba, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexual abuse of 28 minors. The case erupted on May 31, 2023, when parents discovered the facts and an angry mob targeted his home. Aged 36, he fled for 60 days before being arrested. His victims were his students aged 7 to 15.

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