The Muslim group that worships through work and community - BBC Africa
The Baye Fall, a subgroup of Senegal's large Mouride brotherhood, are unlike any other Muslim group. They make up a tiny fraction of Senegal's 17 million populationl, a mainly Muslim country. But their striking appearance makes them stand out, and their unorthodox practices are believed by some to stray too far from Islamic norms.
The BBC’s Komla Dumor award winner, Rukia Bulle, breaks down the story.
🎤 Reporter: Rukia Bulle
🎬 Production: Nadeem Shad
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