Alieu Fatty, Missionary, The Gambia
On 25-27 April 2025, Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya The Gambia held its 47th Jalsa Salana at the Nusrat Senior Secondary School, Bundung. This year’s theme was “Ahmadiyyat: The Renaissance of Islam.”
The Jalsa commenced with a special message from Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa, read out by Amir Jamaat Gambia, Baba F Trawally Sahib. The Jalsa featured insightful speeches from prominent scholars and included the live Friday sermon of Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa. The Jalsa was also attended by various dignitaries, including the Vice President of The Gambia, Muhammad BS Jallow; Minister of Information, Dr Ismaila Ceesay; Minister of Digital Economy, Mr Lamin Jabbi; and several National Assembly Members and religious leaders.
Vice President Jallow expressed deep appreciation for the Jamaat’s role in national development, recalling his own personal support from the Jamaat during his student years. Honourable Sulayman Saho, National Assembly Member for Central Badibu, also praised the Jamaat’s humanitarian efforts and called on the government to support its initiatives.
The Jalsa concluded with a closing address by Amir Sahib, who emphasised the moral upbringing of children, especially in light of the dangers posed by modern digital content. The session ended with a silent prayer. Over 6,000 people attended the Jalsa Salana from The Gambia and neighbouring countries.