Content Tagged with Global

How can we navigate life's peaks and troughs, while remaining true to the ethics of our faith?

Amidst the swift pace of modern life, some of us might tend to experience a void in mental peace and contentment. What’s the best way to deal with this?

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an ultra-modern, 123-bed, state-of-the-art institution that provides integrated healthcare services in Kenya's third-largest city.

As the leading private hospital in the region, Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu, has consistently expanded its presence and range of services since its establishment in the 1950s by Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, proactively catering to the evolving needs of the community.

Join us from Mombasa for episode 3 of The Ismaili Update: Kenya, as we go behind the scenes at the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa's 20th anniversary celebrations. See highlights from the event, in which Princess Zahra joined students, staff, and guests to celebrate a milestone moment for the school.

At an elegant ceremony this morning on the coast of Kenya, Princess Zahra joined students, staff, and guests to celebrate the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa’s 20th anniversary.

Princess Zahra will deliver remarks at the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa. Join us live from the Kenyan coast as we reflect on the journey of the Academy, celebrating its achievements, growth, and impact over the years. 

Join us from Nairobi for episode 2 of The Ismaili Update: Kenya, as we go behind the scenes at the Aga Khan University’s Global Convocation ceremony. See highlights from the event, which included remarks by Princess Zahra, AKU's President, and the class valedictorians.

More than 730 students graduated as part of AKU's class of 2023.

More than 730 students in four countries graduated from the Aga Khan University (AKU) on Saturday at ceremonies attended by Princess Zahra, and watched in-person and online by the University’s supporters around the world.

Join host Alykhan Peermohamed from Nairobi for part 1 of The Ismaili Update: Kenya. Along with details of Princess Zahra’s first day in Kenya, we go behind the scenes of Saturday’s convocation ceremony at the Aga Khan University.

Princess Zahra greets Kenya's President, His Excellency William Samoei Ruto, at State House in Nairobi.

Princess Zahra today met with the First Lady of Kenya, Her Excellency Rachel Ruto, at the Serena Hotel Nairobi, and later called on the President of the Republic, His Excellency William Samoei Ruto, at State House in Nairobi.

The Aga Khan University will host a Global Convocation ceremony on Saturday 17 February, bringing together its graduating classes in Kenya, Pakistan, Tanzania, Uganda, and the UK. The event will include an address by Princess Zahra, and will appear live on The Ismaili TV.

The latest video in our What Ismailis Believe series explains the significance of Mi'raj - the night journey of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his progeny).

The folio depicts several angels, along with Buraq, the winged horse the holy Prophet is said to have ridden on Mi’raj.

This week, Ismailis around the world join many of their brothers and sisters in the wider Muslim Ummah in observing Mi‘raj. Esoteric interpretations of Islam tend to emphasise the spiritual significance of Mi‘raj, which is seen as a symbol of the journey of the soul, and the human potential to rise above the trappings of material life.

On the occasion of Mi'raj, the Ismaili presents Aqeedat performed by Taufiq Karmali. The song is a naat, sung in praise of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his progeny).

Prince Rahim and Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank.

Prince Rahim today met the President of the World Bank, Ajay Banga, at the World Bank’s headquarters in Washington, DC.

Join us for the first episode of The Ismaili Update for this year, as we look back at the stories from the worldwide Jamat during the month of January.

Apply today to feature on 4Chais, a new show being produced for The Ismaili TV.

An exciting new show on The Ismaili TV, 4Chais, invites you to feature in a global gathering like no other.

Clockwise from top-left: Zainub Verjee, Naguib Kheraj, Nurjehan Aziz Vassanji, and Salim Janmohamed.

This year’s New Years Honours lists in the UK and Canada featured four Ismailis who were awarded titles and orders of chivalry for their generosity and services to others.

Eshan Lakhani started playing professional-level drums at six years of age.

Meet Eshan Lakhani, a young, passionate musician from Australia who turned the mundane beat of pots and pans into a symphony of inspiration.

The latest video in our What Ismailis Believe series explains the significance of Yawm-e Ali. This week, Ismailis and other Shia Muslims mark Yawm-e Ali to commemorate the birthday of Hazrat Ali (peace be upon him), who is revered by many Muslim communities for his wisdom, piety, and leadership.

The Ismaili is pleased to present Tera chehra hai noorani, composed by Rattan Mohan Sharma. This devotional song celebrates and praises the attributes and qualities of Hazrat Ali.