DR HISHAM DAFTERDAR DONATED assets are the backbone and lifeblood of awqaf organisations. The term ‘awqaf’ refers to assets that are donated by individuals or organisations for charitable, social and environmental purposes. Without donated assets, awqaf cannot be established. Assets benefit not only the recipients of awqaf...

DR HISHAM DAFTERDAR In the first part of this series, we looked at the first stage of the diminishing musharakah contract signed between an awqaf foundation based in the Emirate of Ajman, UAE and a private developer. After completion of the project, the relationship between the partners...

It is important for awqaf to establish clear guidelines and boundaries in their relationship with corporations to ensure that their mission and core values are not compromised. By DR HISHAM DAFTERDAR Waqf is a voluntary act by individuals dedicating assets for the purpose of making long-term social,...

Prof Basil Altaie and Dr Joseph Noor offer different perspectives on the reading of 21:30. DR ABDULHAKIM NSOBYA provides an analysis of the different readings of this seminal Quranic verse on two fundamental scientific truths. Sura Al Anbiyaa (21:30) Allah says: أَوَلَمْ يَرَ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوٓا۟ أَنَّ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ...

‘Seeking the truth and uncovering the realities of past injustices is crucial for both honouring the memory of those who suffered and ensuring that similar wrongs do not occur again.’ The khutbah by IMAM ABDUL RASHIED OMAR at Claremont Main Road Masjid, Cape Town, was delivered on...

Primrose Rugby Club are ready to host the Imam Haron Commemorative Youth Rugby Festival. FEROZ SHAIK AWQAF SA in association with Primrose Rugby club and the Imam Haron Foundation launched the Imam Haron Commemorative Youth Rugby Festival at the Primrose grounds in Loch Road on Wednesday, September...

While his achievements as an academic stand tall, Brian O’Connell also carved a niche for himself as a highly talented all-round sportsperson. by MOGAMAD ALLIE Most of the richly deserved and warm tributes paid to the late Professor Brian O’Connell have, rightly so, centred on his academic...

Three young karatekas from Kensington are gearing up to compete on the global stage this September as they head to Austria for the 7th World Goju Ryu Federation Championships. FEROZ SHAIK Hanaah Sheik (14), Rania Gamieldien (18), and Miengha Hendricks (18) earned their spots on the South...

Dr Waleed Kadous is a Muslim artificial intelligence engineer based in California, USA. He is a leading expert on Islam and AI and currently works for the graphic design platform Canva. His career includes work at tech companies like Anyscale, Uber and Google. MAHMOOD SANGLAY reports on...

The Bangladeshi Women Entrepreneur Forum hosts a successful culture fair at Rylands. FEROZ SHAIK THE Bangladeshi Women Entrepreneur Forum hosted their annual culture fair at Rylands Primary School on Sunday, August 11, drawing attendees from across Cape Town. This vibrant event celebrates Bangladeshi culture, offering a unique...