Extraordinary Baye Fall muslims in Senegal - vpro Metropolis

The Baye Fall in Senegal are some extraordinary muslims, who are recognizable by their gigantic dreadlocks and colorful ornaments. At this spiritual branch of the Islam, you can live in absolute peace as a muslim. They live by the rules of the Marabout, their spiritual leader. Abdou Aziz is one of Baya Falls muslims and tells us they're fiercely against violence. Whenever someone does use violence, the Marabout immediately calls the police.

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