The Moroccan newspaper MAROC published, in its edition of 6 to 13 December 2025, an editorial signed by Jawad Salmane, International Director-Editorialist, devoted to Sidi Mouad Al-Qadiri Boutchich, may Allah preserve him, and to the influence of the Zaouïa. As the article appeared in French, we reproduce it below as part of our press review, faithful to the original text.
The voice of Morocco’s spiritual union and of its influence in Africa
For more than a century, the Zaouïa Qâdiriya Boutchichiya has embodied one of the most luminous centres of Morocco’s spiritual heritage. A sanctuary of transmission, of the education of hearts and of fidelity to the foundations of Maliki Sunni Islam, it has accompanied the rise of Morocco under the sacred authority of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Amir Al Mouminine, may God glorify him. Today, under the inspired guidance of its legitimate heir, Sidi Mouad El Kadiri Boutchich, the Zaouïa pursues a work deeply rooted in tradition and resolutely turned towards the future: an African, Arab and universal future in which Morocco carries the banner of inner peace and spiritual unity.
A Zaouïa that has become a continental heritage
Over the decades, the Zaouïa Boutchichiya has gone beyond the local sphere to become a true continental spiritual crossroads. Its notable presence in Dakhla, at the heart of the region that faces Africa, illustrates this deep rootedness. During the national and religious celebrations, delegations from Morocco, the Sahel, West Africa and the Arab world praised the depth of its path and the wisdom of its grounding in the royal vision. The official report of this mission bears witness to a unique influence, having brought together more than 800 faithful, scholars and notables who came to share a moment of high spirituality.
Sidi Mouad: the legitimate heir and the living continuity of the message
A man of presence, of knowledge and of modesty, Sidi Mouad embodies the luminous continuity of the path. His ability to bring people together, to listen, to transmit without altering the essence, while renewing without distorting, makes him a natural figure of guidance. Hearts, like institutions, have come together with one voice around the one who bears the living mark of the late master. Thus the Zaouïa remains united, strong and at peace, guided by the one who embodies adab, uprightness and fidelity to the Throne.
The support of the high religious authorities: a quiet and firm continuity
The Moroccan religious field rests on a sacred balance: Amir Al Mouminine at the summit, the Oulémas as guarantors, and the zaouïas as nurseries of wisdom. Within this framework, the Zaouïa Boutchichiya has always enjoyed deep and constant institutional respect. The continuity represented by Sidi Mouad is naturally recognised, and the religious structures of the Kingdom see in him the authentic custodian of an exemplary tradition. This harmony between the Zaouïa, the Oulémas and the Palace strengthens the spiritual stability of the country.
Towards a national programme for the union of the Zaouïas
The Dakhla meetings opened a new era: one of cooperation, of promotion and of the unification of Morocco’s great spiritual traditions. Guided by Sidi Mouad, and supported by figures of great moral and national standing, a programme of rapprochement between the zaouïas of the Kingdom is taking shape. It aims to consolidate Moroccan spiritual identity and to strengthen Morocco’s place as a continental centre of peace, knowledge and religious guidance.
An all-embracing thought
At the close of this tribute, the author’s thoughts turn at once to the late master and friend, the founding light; to Sidi Mouad, heir of the continuity; to His Majesty, Amir Al Mouminine, supreme guarantor of the path; to the men and women of fidelity who work for peace; and to the Nation, which deserves excellence, wisdom and unity. A thought for the Zaouïa, for the Kingdom, and for those who work in the light as in the shadow.
Source: MAROC newspaper, edition of 6 to 13 December 2025, page 9. Article signed by Jawad Salmane, International Director-Editorialist. Read the original article (PDF). Reproduced as part of the boutchichiya.fr press review.
