Both organisations agreed to coordinate their efforts to empower Black Muslims, writes Nabeelah Shaikh. In a historic move, Awqaf SA has entered a Memorandum of Understanding to empower black Muslims in the country. The MOU…
By Al Qalam Reporter The Muslim Youth Movement of South Africa is on a mission to empower energetic groups of young leaders who can bring about significant change in their communities. MYMSA will do this…
By Nabeelah Shaikh In a show of solidarity, the government of Qatar has come to the aid of South Africa following the devastating April floods which left more than 450 people dead. KwaZulu-Natal recently welcomed…
From the Cape Flats to Harvard, that’s the success story of Soraya Mohideen. But there are still hurdles to cross, writes Al Qalam Reporter Nabeelah Shaikh. When Soraya Mohideen completed her schooling on the Cape…
By Al-Qalam Correspondent Individuals and business owners must constantly remain on-guard to prevent scammers gaining access to personal and financial information, says Nasir Seedat, Al Baraka Bank’s general manager: Retail and Wealth. Cyber security risks…
By Al Qalam Correspondent If you are doing hifz you will welcome the just launched “Hifz Journal” developed by the “dignity” team which records your daily memorisation in an easy to use format. The journal…
By Nabeelah Shaikh Twenty-eight years into democracy, one man’s quest for justice for victims of apartheid crimes, is coming alive through his art that signifies death by torture. Acclaimed artist and activist Haroon Gunn-Salie is…
By Al-Qalam Reporter The announcement by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah that only 1132 South Africans would be eligible to perform Hajj this year has caused consternation amongst prospective Hujjaj who feel they may…
By Nabeelah Shaikh In a spate of deadly floods and mudslides that killed at least 450 people in KwaZulu-Natal last week, Muslim charities stepped into gear to once again distribute tons food and water to…
The UN has adopted a resolution proposed by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and Pakistan to designate March 15 the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The resolution was adopted three years to the day since…