Rabat: On the occasion of Ramadan, Burkinabe Muslims residing in Morocco have united in prayer for the restoration of peace and security in their homeland, Burkina Faso. This collective spiritual effort was marked by a gathering in Rabat on Thursday, where the expatriates expressed their hopes for a peaceful future.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Souleymane Dabon©, a Burkinabe living in Morocco, emphasized the importance of this spiritual observance, stating, "This is a time when we pray for our country, Burkina Faso, which has been going through difficulties for a decade. We pray to God that he will disarm the hostile forces and that the war will become a distant memory in the years to come. May all the hard-hit Burkinabe families find smiles and joy in a Burkina of peace and growth."

Adding to this sentiment, Djim Bamoriba highlighted the significance of their prayers for the authorities, saying, "We have the country and our authorities in prayer, may God strengthen them, give them baraka (blessing), strength, and the best ideas to get us out of this quagmire."

In the Kingdom of Morocco, Burkinabe Muslims are observing the month of fasting with thoughts and prayers for their compatriots who remain in the country, who have demonstrated resilience in the face of the security crisis that has been imposed on them for the past ten years. The Ramadan fasting period in Morocco began on March 2nd, under favorable climatic conditions, and has been supported by adjustments in work schedules and time zones to ease the observance for Muslims.

Souleymane Dabon© noted the measures taken by Moroccan authorities to make fasting less restrictive, explaining that the shift to GMT allows for an earlier start to morning prayers and an adjusted work schedule that supports those fasting. "This arrangement allows employees to fast more peacefully and return home earlier to prepare for breaking the fast," he remarked.

Throughout the day, Rabat's streets reflect the rhythm of Ramadan, bustling with activity until the afternoon, when the city quiets as families gather for the evening meal. The breaking of the fast is marked by traditional dishes, blending Burkinabe and Moroccan culinary traditions, with harira soup and local foods forming a significant part of the meal.

Burkinabe Muslims hope that their prayers during this sacred month will be answered, fostering peace and security in Burkina Faso. The community also aspires to strengthen ties between Morocco and Burkina Faso through their contributions and integration.