A Model Village Project by Majlis Ansarullah Canada & IAAE
By the grace of Allah and with the heartfelt prayers of our beloved Huzoor (may Allah be his Helper), Majlis Ansarullah Canada has been blessed with yet another opportunity to serve humanity through the Model Village Project in Pir, a small community in the Republic of Senegal. What began as a remote village struggling with daily hardships has now, Alhamdulillah, become a shining example of sustainable development, dignity, and hope.
Situated in a region long affected by unreliable electricity and severe water scarcity, Pir Village was chosen after a thorough assessment of six potential sites. Its need was deep, and its people steadfast—qualities that made it an ideal place for this transformative initiative. Through the generous support of Majlis Ansarullah Canada and the dedicated technical leadership of IAAAE Germany, an extraordinary change has taken root.
About Pir Village, Senegal
$100,000 funded by Majlis Ansarullah Canada, in collaboration with IAAAE Europe
– 500km / 7hrs from Dakar
– Pir is a remote village about 35km from the nearest paved road.
– Approx. 1000 population, 30% are Ahmadi
– 135 km from Mission House in Tambacounda
– Lack of clean drinking water; people have to walk minimum 7 km to buy clean drinking water
– There are no street lights and lights in their homes
Lighting Every Home:
A Brighter Future Begins
Before this project, most homes in Pir sat in darkness every night. Electricity was minimal or entirely absent. Today, by the grace of Allah, the village glows with light. Seventy decentralized solar power systems have been installed in over 100 homes and the mosque, providing reliable lighting and enabling residents to charge phones and carry out essential tasks after sunset. Sixteen solar-powered streetlights now illuminate pathways, improving safety and allowing community life to continue well into the evening.
For many families, this is their first experience of dependable household electricity. A simple, steady light—an everyday blessing many take for granted—has become a symbol of progress and renewed opportunity.
Clean Water Within Reach:
A Lifeline Restored
Water scarcity once defined life in Pir. Two open wells frequently ran dry, and the only alternative source was a strenuous 7 km journey. This burden fell heavily on women and children.
With prayers and perseverance, a new era has begun. Following a geophysical survey, a deep borehole was drilled to 147 meters, tapping into a sustainable underground water source. A solar-powered pump now draws up to 7,000 liters of water per hour into two elevated 5,000-liter tanks. Through a 760-meter underground pipe network and five concrete tap stations, clean water flows throughout the village every day.
Where once villagers walked hours for water, they now walk only minutes. By the Grace of Allah, access to safe, reliable water has restored health, dignity, and peace of mind.
Building Capacity
Empowering the Community
One of the most beautiful aspects of this project was the active involvement of Pir’s residents. They assisted in installing poles, setting up solar units, and learning basic maintenance skills.
This partnership ensures long-term sustainability and strengthens pride and ownership. The community now stands better equipped to care for the infrastructure that serves them.
A Model for the Future
The transformation in Pir serves as a living example of how faith-inspired humanitarian service can uplift entire communities. The village now enjoys:
– Reliable household electricity
– Brightly lit streets that enhance safety
– Continuous access to clean drinking water
– Empowered residents with new skills
– A strengthened foundation for future development
With continued prayers and support, expansion opportunities remain—extending solar systems to remaining homes, adding more water taps, and exploring small-scale irrigation and cold-storage initiatives.
The Pir Model Village Project stands as a testament to what can be achieved when sincere intentions are paired with dedicated effort. By the grace of Allah, the light of service has reached this village and ignited a lasting change. May Allah enable Majlis Ansarullah Canada and all partners to continue serving humanity with even greater passion and humility. Ameen.
Mubashir Khalid Sahib is serving as Qa’id Isar, Majlis Ansarullah Canada, as well as the Manager of the Ahmadiyya Gazette Canada
