Faizel Patel, Radio Islam News – 2013-08-19

The South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC) have elected a new office bearers and board members for the next two years. This change has come about following a successful Annual General Meeting that took place over the week-end.

Below is the press release by SAHUC along with those elected:

The In-coming Office Bearers and Board wish to place on record our sincere thanks and gratitude to Imam Hashim Salie and his Board for the sterling work they have carried out over the last two years.

Their efforts have ensured that the Pilgrims have been facilitated in a smooth and efficient manner. We pray that ALLAH (SWT) accept their efforts and bestow on them the appropriate rewards insha ALLAH.

The In-coming Office Bearers and Board of SAHUC are:

Three additional members (Chairs of the regions) will make up the balance of the Board following the regional elections.

We make Duaa that Almighty grant us all the ability fulfill that which HE has entrusted us with, with Integrity, Professionalism and with His Guidance, Ameen.

Hassan Choonara –  Secretary General                  Shaheen Ayub Essop –  President