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Lifelong lessons and a 12-hour commute
4 October 2024
Shamsi’s alarm buzzes incessantly. It’s 3:00 a.m. on Saturday morning, and he'd prefer to stay in the comfort and warmth of his bed. But he can’t dwell for much longer—he has a flight to catch.
Season 2 of Muslim Footprints launches, now with video
30 September 2024
We're excited to announce the launch of a brand new season of the Muslim Footprints podcast, now in both audio and video.
Video: The Ismaili Update - September recap
29 September 2024
Join host Safora Shah for this end-of-month edition of The Ismaili Update, as we look back at highlights from Princess Zahra’s visit to India, Prince Amyn’s visit to Canada, Global Ismaili CIVIC Day, and much more!
Building bridges, shaping futures
27 September 2024
The Aga Khan Academy (AKA) Mombasa celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Thousands of students and teachers from diverse backgrounds have walked its lush grounds and soaked up its coastal air. It’s a special place in more ways than one.
Are you all set for Global Ismaili CIVIC Day 2024?
26 September 2024
At this weekend’s Global Ismaili CIVIC Day (GICD), you’ll have a chance to create positive change in your local community, and help build a cleaner, greener world.
Prince Amyn meets Mayor of Toronto at City Hall
25 September 2024
A reception at Toronto’s City Hall brought together city councillors, civic leaders, and special guests to celebrate a decade of cultural and community-building efforts in the city.
HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum offers Patronage for Global Encounters Festival 2025
23 September 2024
In an exciting atmosphere of music and dance at the Ismaili Centre Dubai, leaders of the Jamat, diplomats, and delegates from the Dubai government gathered for the official launch of the Global Encounters Festival 2025.
The music band Fitoor: Performing in a new age
16 September 2024
In late 2019, a small group of talented musicians joined together to form a band. They were excited to collaborate on music and perform for audiences across the United States. But soon after their start, the covid-19 virus began to spread and the world shut down. Just as they were beginning to form a rapport and common style, they had to adjust to the new challenge of being separated.
Princess Zahra visits education projects in India
15 September 2024
Last week, Princess Zahra and her daughter Sara completed a five-day working visit to India, where, accompanied by members of the Aga Khan Schools board, they observed the progress of education projects in Telangana, Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Music video: Tum aal e Rasool
14 September 2024
The Ismaili is pleased to present Tum aal e Rasool performed by Taufiq Karmali and written by Irfan Gowani. The song honours the legacy of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his progeny.
How you can help those who need it most
12 September 2024
In recent years, societies across the world have been significantly affected by natural disasters. Homes, land and lives have been altered due to extreme weather patterns. This year's 4th annual Global Ismaili CIVIC Day (GICD) will spotlight environmental stewardship and living in closer harmony with the natural world, including disaster preparedness and relief.
Prince Rahim meets Swiss Foreign Minister
9 September 2024
Prince Rahim today met with Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Federation in Bern, to discuss cooperation between Switzerland and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in countries and regions of shared interest.
