Shakirah Hunter Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta’ala has indeed favored the Muslim Ummah in that He has created special days to...
Opinion and Analysis Articles
Police warns that the new Tik Tok trend could land pupils in jail
By Mumtaz Saley-Moosa 22:02:2022 It seems that people would do just about anything to get internet fame these days, as...
Understanding what is Qur’an journaling
Shakirah Hunter The buzz word on the street is Qur’an journaling. Some are extremely afraid, the worry that we might...
It’s My Biz: Conflict in the Family – A Father Does Not Want to Let Go of His Business.
Conflict between two generations in the family business. A father does not want to let go of his business. Why do the elder members of the community not want to let go of their businesses, by allowing the younger generation to take over? A number of businessmen...
[OPINION] Has Hajj Become too Expensive?
Faizel Patel, Radio Islam - 28-02-2019 (Twitter: @FaizelPatel143) A post about the affordability of Hajj I have shared on social media has gone viral. People want to know why is Hajj so expensive with many commenting and providing their own opinions on the burning...
South Africans Data Rollover
From March 2019 cellphone providers cannot charge for out of bundle data use. They will have to notify clients and obtain agreement before they do. This comes as a huge relief for many South Africans who have felt exploited. Cellphone providers for years have been...
Life in a Re-Education Camp
Can you imagine being arrested for having a friend or family member abroad, inviting more than five people to your house without informing the local police, performing a traditional funeral or for having too many children? Would you consider this oppressive treatment...
Dealing with Anxiety
Anxiety is a feeling of unease and worry which can make you feel as if you are drowning in a sea of never-ending problems. Despite feeling powerless, you realise that you can regain control of your life and your anxiety. We all have anxiety and problems, but when it...
Reversion to Islam – The Story of Two Amazing Women
What we can learn from people who have reverted to Islam, what can we change in ourselves to inspire reversion in others. Sister Faeeza Munshi recently conducted a Panel Discussion on the topic Reversion to Islam, where she explored the story of two amazing women,...
Taking the First Steps Towards Marriage
Every prospective married couple aims to live happily ever after. But many do not anticipate the challenges that come with maintaining a marriage. Two esteemed Ulema participated in a panel discussion, on this topic. Moulana Taahir Amod stated that "as a believer, we...
Mufti Menk: “Appreciate What Allah Has Blessed You With”
Faizel Patel, Radio Islam - 11-02-2019 (Twitter: @FaizelPatel143) Renowned Islamic scholar Mufti Ismail Menk says many people are unhappy not because Allah has not blessed them with happiness, sustenance and other barakah, but rather comparing what the Almighty has...
How Easily We Forget
Current discourse around refugees, particularly within certain streams of the media gives rise to the “us” and “them mentality. The narrative is one of the refugees, regularly dehumanised and constantly portrayed in a negative light. In fact, the narrative today is...