Al-Qalam 
By Al-Qalam Reporter
The Memon Leadership Conference (East Africa Chapter) hosted a two-day gathering in Mombasa, Kenya, last week to elect leaders at its AGM – and to celebrate unity and progress of the Memon community worldwide.
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elections of the Memon Leadership Forum (MLF) were concluded at the PrideInn Paradise Resort, Mombasa.
The event recorded an exceptional turnout of both local and international delegates, including representatives from various MLF chapters across the globe.
The conference was graced by distinguished dignitaries, including Senators, Members of Parliament, and the President of the Chamber of Commerce. The keynote speeches focused on MLF’s core mission — to nurture and empower the next generation of Memon leaders.
Outstanding arrangements were made by Rafique Suleman, council member, founder, and chairman of the East Africa Chapter.
Together with his team, he successfully hosted a remarkable event featuring continuous sessions, networking opportunities, and grand hospitality, including luncheons, dinners, and high teas.
Following the AGM, Suleman conducted the open elections for the upcoming term ending 31 December 2027, with the following results:
Elected office bearers (2025–2027) were Abdul Rahim Janoo – President (Global); Sir Iqbal Sacranie – Senior Vice President; Dr A V. Mohammed – Vice President; Hamza Tabani – Honorary Secretary General; Iqbal Khamisani – Joint Secretary; Iqbal Advani – Media Secretary; Rafiq Khanani – Treasurer.
All 15 Chapter Chairmen were re-elected, while Imtiaz Suleman was newly elected as Chairman of the Europe Chapter.
Two new international chapters were also inaugurated: the USA chairman to be nominated soon by SVP MLF Global, while Abu Baker Hamdani was elected as Chairman of the South Africa Chapter.
In closing, Senior Vice President Sir Iqbal Sacranie presented a resolution that was unanimously adopted by the house. It was resolved that the 60-member Main Council would be finalised within two weeks, following nominations from the respective Chapter Chairmen.
