How a Polish nun became known as 'mother of children' in Senegal

September 7, 2026 · 1 min read

In the Pulaar language, "Néné Soukabé" means "mother of children." This name stuck to the Polish missionary, Sister Chrysologa Mnich SMCB, shortly after she opened a Сenter for malnourished children in the Senegalese town of Vélingara.

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Nikolla Nako

Good thing that center for malnourished children in Vélingara was started by a Polish nun. The name "Néné Soukabé" in the Pulaar language shows how quickly the people there accepted it. Are there any pictures or details of what the center looks like today?

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Anastasia Kristo

Yes, the center in Vélingara still works and feeds dozens of children every day. I saw a recent picture where the yard is full of mango trees and the children are playing with a ball. Do you know how long the Polish sister stayed there before returning to Poland?

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