De Fès à Tombouctou, résonances africaines du soufisme

December 12, 2025, 

Magazine Afrique mémoires

The Centre for Advanced Studies (CAS) is pleased to highlight the RFI podcast episode “De Fès à Tombouctou, résonances africaines du soufisme”, which explores the rich history and contemporary relevance of Sufism across Africa.

Recorded in Casablanca during the Amwaj Festival, Prof. Ali Benmakhlouf reflects on Sufism as a tradition of inner quest, cultural memory, and trans-Saharan connections.

In this insightful conversation, Prof. Benmakhlouf emphasizes:

The historical legacy of major Sufi orders across Africa

The social and spiritual significance of Sufism in contemporary society

Sufism as a practice of self-reform rooted in humility, generosity, and meditation

This episode highlights Sufism’s enduring role not only as a spiritual heritage but also as a source of dialogue, resilience, and cultural connection across the continent.