A Vital Matters Perspective: Bamba in a Political Context
Bamba in a Political Context
This video features Angelica Lindsey-Ali discussing Sheikh Amadou Bamba’s role as a political and spiritual leader. Refusing to serve colonial powers, Bamba focused on serving Islam and the Prophet Muhammad, making him a threat to French control. Alongside Sheikh Ibra Fall, he built communities grounded in faith and justice, resisting colonial domination through city-building, education, and spiritual teachings. His legacy highlights a model of social justice rooted in religious devotion and independence from oppressive power.

