Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya UK has, in recent years, undertaken Waqf-e-Arzi journeys across Latin America. Following previous efforts in Argentina, Guatemala and Chile, nine khuddam were blessed in October 2025 to travel to Mexico to continue this noble mission of tabligh.
Mexico, situated in southern North America between the United States and Central America, is home to over 120 million people. While Spanish is the dominant language, the country officially recognises 68 indigenous languages.
Over seven days, the team distributed 14,500 leaflets, established 26 meaningful contacts and, after returning, received the joyful news that two local Mexicans had accepted Ahmadiyyat, alhamdulillah. Throughout the journey, the team was strengthened by letters of prayer from Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa, in which he prayed for protection during travel, blessed outcomes from their efforts and continued opportunities for service.
We saw hearts long thought distant from faith being revived by the hand of God – from a Muslim on the brink of atheism embracing Ahmadiyyat to a young lady who had been searching for the Jamaat for years, finally finding it and accepting it and even to young Christian students disillusioned with their own faith, listening attentively as the message of Islam permeated their hearts.
The team departed from London Gatwick Airport, arriving at Cancún International Airport, before travelling onwards to Mérida in the Yucatán Peninsula.
On 1 October 2025, following Fajr prayer and dars, the first tabligh session commenced in Mérida’s city centre at 10:30 am. Approximately 3,000 leaflets were distributed, with 22 discussions held. A short social media experiment titled “What do you know about Islam?” engaged five local participants. Encouragingly, several individuals expressed interest in attending the weekly discussion programme at the Mission House. Despite heavy rainfall cancelling the evening session, several noteworthy interactions occurred:
A local man enquired about the Imam Mahdi, having encountered the concept online. He was informed that the Mahdi had appeared in the person of Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmadas and was invited to the Mission House. A group of evangelical Christians initiated a heated exchange, but through patience and dignity, the discussion was diffused, revealing that their objections stemmed from unverified online sources rather than primary texts. Two women asked whether Muslims loved Jesusas. Upon hearing of Islam’s reverence for him as a Prophet of God, they expressed appreciation. An elderly, heavily tattooed gentleman warmly received a leaflet, showed prior interest in the Holy Quran and eagerly accepted an invitation to a mosque event.
On 2 October 2025, the day began with Tahajjud and a dars on the etiquette of tabligh, drawing upon the guidance of Hazrat Musleh-e-Maudra. Two teams visited local universities and city-centre locations, distributing 2,000 leaflets and holding 30 discussions. Seven individuals participated in the ongoing social media initiative.
In the evening, four previously made contacts attended the weekly Mosque Open Day. Among them were two university students – one Christian, one agnostic. Their questions were addressed thoughtfully by the missionary. The young man voluntarily joined Maghrib and Isha prayers, later expressing how deeply he was moved by the warmth he experienced. Both were gifted the Spanish Short Commentary of the Holy Quran and Surah Maryam was recited before them.
A devout Christian young woman who was disillusioned by church hypocrisy, asked about women’s rights in Islam and was informed about Maryas as a spiritual exemplar and Islam’s emphasis on education for both genders. She departed visibly impressed. An elderly visitor from Mexico City lamented the materialism of his church. He was introduced to Islam’s emphasis on direct communion with God. A university student who already followed the missionary on social media stated, “I can see myself following this,” after learning about Khilafat and the unity of the Jamaat.
On 3 October 2025, after Tahajjud and Fajr prayers, the team listened to Huzoor’saa Friday Sermon live at 6 am. Waqar-e-Amal was carried out before Jumuah prayer, which was offered at 12:15 pm.
Later, the team attended an interfaith dialogue at Marista University on “Religion and the State,” alongside representatives of Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism and agnosticism. The Jamaat’s perspective was presented with clarity and dignity. A delegation also met the Bishop of Mérida, sharing correspondence between Huzooraa and Pope Francis, which he received with keen interest. A particularly moving account came from a Mexican brother named Salim. Having drifted from faith after personal tragedy and negative experiences in another mosque, he attended the Mission House upon receiving a leaflet. After heartfelt discussions, he stood once again in prayer with the Jamaat. Maghrib and Isha prayers were offered at 8:30pm followed by dinner. This was followed by an informal tarbiyat session with two team members.
On 4 October 2025, the team distributed 3,700 leaflets across morning and evening sessions, holding 26 in-depth discussions.
A Spanish teacher was interested in hosting a Jamaat presentation, a spiritually inclined man was fascinated by the concept of the Promised Messiah and individuals were eager to visit the Mission House. After the Maghrib and Isha prayers, the team attended a traditional Mayan cultural event. Public acknowledgement of their presence enabled further leaflet distribution and new connections.
On 5 October 2025, the day once again commenced with Tahajjud prayer, followed by Fajr prayer and dars. By Sunday, 13,000 leaflets had been distributed and 18 new contacts were made that day alone. At a neighbour’s dinner hosted at the Mission House, 33 guests attended:
A young woman was also present who had embraced Islam two months prior after independently studying the Quran. She prayed alongside the Jamaat and connected with Lajna members. A woman moved to tears upon finding Ahmadis years after being encouraged in London to seek them in Mexico. A young man accepted a copy of Jesus in India after discussing the life of Jesusas.
On the final full day, on 6 October 2025, a further 1,000 leaflets were distributed, bringing the total to 14,500. Conversations with university students addressed theological doubts and highlighted the Quran’s preservation. A Spanish teacher from Universidad Cristóbal Colón requested a formal presentation in Spanish.
On the final morning, the team attended an official meeting at El Olimpo government building with Mérida’s Secretaries of Operations, Religious Affairs and Youth, fostering mutual understanding with civic authorities. Following a heartfelt du‘a, the team departed Cancún, arriving safely in London.
