In May 2026, the Moroccan website Goud.ma published an article on the growth of the Tariqa Qâdiriya Boutchichiya under the guidance of Sidi Mouad Al-Qadiri Boutchich, may Allah preserve him. We offer its translation below, as part of our press review. The original source, in Arabic, is available at the end of the article.
A Way spreading across the Kingdom
A new chapter is opening in the journey of the Tariqa Qâdiriya Boutchichiya, the most widespread zaouïa in Africa.
The cheikh of the Way, Sidi Mouad Al-Qadiri Boutchich, oversaw the opening of new zaouïas. This step forms part of the broadening of the Way’s spiritual and educational activities, and aims to spread the values of dhikr, tolerance and moderation.
These events drew a large attendance of disciples, men and women, who came from all walks of life to share in this spiritual atmosphere, lived in contemplation and tranquillity.
Among the main stages, the cities of Fez and Meknes saw new zaouïas open. This initiative served as a reminder of the great historical role of Moroccan zaouïas in spiritual education and the spread of knowledge, in rooting the values of brotherhood and tolerance among people, and in Sufi samâ’, which met with keen enthusiasm from those present.
The capital, Rabat, also had its share of this momentum: a new zaouïa was opened there, bringing the disciples together in spiritual gatherings filled with serenity. Those present stressed that these new spaces bring spiritual work closer to citizens and contribute to religious and moral guidance, within the framework of the authentic Moroccan reference.
The movement reached as far as the North, to Tangier and Tetouan, where the new zaouïas welcomed a large number of disciples. These stages showed how much the Boutchichiya Way is growing and spreading across the Kingdom, answering the wish of many people to join the gatherings of dhikr and religious guidance.
Observers of religious affairs consider that the opening of these new centres is in keeping with the role the Tariqa Qâdiriya Boutchichiya plays in supporting the country’s religious constants (the Maliki school, the Ash’ari creed and Sunni Sufism) under the aegis of the Commandery of the Faithful, which calls for the strengthening of spiritual security and the spread of a culture of moderation and coexistence.
Source: Goud.ma, May 2026. Translation: boutchichiya.fr.
