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March 2025
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Aliasgher Mohamedraza Janmohammed was part of panel discussions at the eGov Foundation annual dialogue Shaping Africa’s Future with DPI (Digital Public Infrastructure)
He spoke about how governments around the world can work towards creating a single digital identity for their residents, reducing the burden of fragmented systems on the user. Most importantly, Aliasgher also talked about keeping the user in mind when creating or procuring such software – only offering services that are useful and needed by residents, not what we feel they may need. Finally, Aliasgher spoke about the value of decentralised platforms that allow microservices to be developed and enable different role players to contribute to the government system.
eGov Dialogues brings together leaders in public service delivery to collaborate, learn, and innovate.
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The Psychology Department at Premier Care Clinic recently organised a Neurodiversity workshop at Lexis Primary School, led by Sarah Mohamedarif Suleman, Psychometrist and Brain Coach.
Participants discovered how differently wired brains function, with in-depth discussions on ADHD and Dyslexia.
This ongoing series is open to all those interested in the field.
Congratulations to Irfaan Bhimji for completing the Artificial Intelligence: Business Strategies and Applications Certification from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
February 2025
Congratulations to Gulam Chagani of Ontario, Canada for having passed the AIGP (Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional) certification by IAPP.
An AIGP-trained and certified professional will know how to implement and effectively communicate across teams the emerging best practices and rules for responsible management of the AI ecosystem.
January 2025
Congratulations to Aasiya Najafali Dhala for winning the Khoja Heritage Essay Competition in the Youths 16 to 25 category. The winner gets a full package for the Khoja Heritage Tour in India
Congratulations to Ejaz Hozaiph Bhalloo for completing his Master’s degree in Business Management (Honours) with SEGi University, Malaysia. His thesis, “An Investigation into the Factors Affecting Customer Satisfaction in International High Schools in Tanzania,” reflects his passion for education and desire to share valuable insights with high schools and government agencies.
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In a collaboration event by the Khoja Heritage Project, the Africa Federation Archives Section and The Community on Friday, Dr Hasnain Gulamali Walji espoused the need to retain our culture and language as a necessary tool to preserve years of wisdom, storytelling and ways of life. The event was held at the AFED Towers and attended by some 60 male and female Community members, including the leadership of the AF and KSIJ DSM, and members of the writers panel of TCoF.
In the picture: Standing L-R: Mohamedamir Hamza (AFED Asst Hon Secretay), Abbasaley Mazaher Abbas (AFED Sectional Secretary – Archives). Sitting L-R: Aunali Khalfan (AFED Vice Chairman – Secretariat), Sajjad Jusab (KSIJ DSM Vice President), Dr Hasnain Gulamali Walji (Khoja oral historian and co-chair of the Khoja Heritage Project (KHP)), Mohamedarif Mohamed Suleman (The Community on Friday Founder/Moderator) and Zainul Datoo (AFED Hon Treasurer)
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‘SALAAM CENTRE’ presents book ‘The Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheries of East Africa’ to Pakistan High Comm’r – – https://youtu.be/x_yRAZNvDxA
Trustees of The Salaam Centre (Mahfil e Ali) and Harrow Mosque were invited to visit His Excellency Dr Mohammed Faisal, the High Commissioner of Pakistan and separately with Dr Samina Zehra, the Economic Minister. During the discussions, the Trustees emphasised the unique interfaith and intrafaith relationships serving as a model for community harmony. Salaam Centre is a hub of innovation and inclusivity fostering constructive engagement with the wider community. The book, authored by Dr Sibtain Panjwani, was well received by Dr Faisal who is familiar with East Africa and he met a number of the community members during his stay there. The second book, to be published this year, spans the period 1960 – 2024 and covers their struggles against contemporary challenges.
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A research paper was presented in the Journal of Ophthalmology Research by HUSSEIN ALI DATOO OD – An Optometrist practising in Dar es Salaam. Tanzania.
Husseinali is pursuing a special interest in Myopia (short-sightedness) in children with a focus on:
Recent approaches to the reduction of myopia progression in children.
The Journal of Ophthalmology is an open-access journal that publishes original research articles, review articles, and clinical studies related to the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye.
The paper may be accessed here
August 2024
Congratulations to Banu Dinani-Suleman, Head of the School at Meadows Schools, for being recognised by Six Seconds and UNICEF for her contribution to the POP-UP Festival and for being named the Regional Leader for East Africa. POP-UP Festival is celebrated in 200+ countries by sharing free, playful, meaningful activities to help kids grow their emotional intelligence and take action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She is actively engaged in the implementation of emotional intelligence and learning programs both at her school, Meadows Academy and via the school’s flagship community service project – the Uhuru Walk.
December 2023
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Mumbai’s KSI Aarambaug Celebrated Khoja History with the Unveiling of the Khoja Heritage Wall
In celebrating cultural heritage and communal history, the Khoja Shia Ishna Ashari (KSI) Jamaat in Mumbai revealed the much-anticipated Khoja Heritage Wall in Aarambaug. This unveiling, held on Khoja Heritage Day 2023, is a tribute to the rich heritage of the 950-year history of the Khoja community.
Khoja Heritage Day, a brainchild of the World Federation’s Khoja Heritage Project (KHP) initiated in 2022, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Khoja culture. It has quickly transformed into an annual global event, inviting Jamaats worldwide to commemorate and exhibit the deep-rooted history of the Khojas on a designated day.
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At the first WF Youth Conference in June 2023, a dedicated Youth Task Force was selected from our six Regional Federations, a group deeply committed to understanding our youth’s unique challenges.
October 2023
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On the occasion of World Sight Day 2023, Hussein Ali Datoo led Vision Plus in holding an Eye Camp in Zanzibar as part of the company’s ongoing CSR activities
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Shabbir Hassanali Khataw receiving VIPs – Hon Prof Adolph Mkenda Minister of Education Science & Technology during the visit of the Autozone Ltd booth at TIMEXPO 2023 exhibition being shown precision industrial parts MADE IN TANZANIA along with Deputy Minister of Trade & Industry Hon Exaud Kigahe
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Farhan Yusuf attended the Tanzania Health Summit 2023 representing Results for Development & FHMEngage.
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Sabiha Mohamed Somji, CEO and Founder at Shughulika Africa Ltd and Director of ADSA Solutions Ltd had the privilege of participating alongside Lilian Makoi Rabi (Founding partner at RABISOLA and developer of the highly innovative Jamii Africa – a mobile micro-health insurance product for the low-income population) at the Accelerate Mompreneur Retreat held on June 17, 2023 (above a newspaper cutting from The Guardian Tanzania newspaper)
September 2023
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Thumbs up to Mohamedhussein and Sabiha Rashid for being featured in Forbes Africa covering their journey with the Rosho brand
August 2023
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Cheers to Saleha Suleman-Janmohammed for featuring in the Flowers of Our Ummah show on Radio 786 Cape Town, covering the life and moments of Bibi Rubab. To listen to the show, click here
Congratulations to Ejaz Hozaiph Bhalloo for achieving a high GPA score in the ´Accounting for Managers´ and ´International Marketing´ courses of his Masters Program
Congratulations to Asad Mohammed Hussein Virani for winning the 1st position in the just-ended Video Essay #2 of The Community on Friday Essay Contest
Congratulations to Mirza Rizwan Ali Baig for winning the 1st position in the just-ended Written Essay of The Community on Friday Essay Contest
Congratulations to Sayed Karaar Ali for winning the 3rd position in the just-ended Video Essay of The Community on Friday Essay Contest
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Mohammed Khatau and Xpress Rent-A-Car received the prestigious ACOYA Award for Car Rentals. In this highly competitive category, Xpress was declared the Car Rental Company of the Year 2023.
Wishing Ali Aseem Shariff all the best for having been accepted to the ITR Fellowship 2023 Cohort!
This 6-week intensive training program is designed to help young change-makers develop their leadership, networking, self-discovery, growth, influence, and financial skills.
July 2023
Congratulations to Dr Ali Hassan Khatau for being presented with the World Federation Young Entrepreneur Award
Congratulations to Farhan Yusuf for having completed his mentorship stint under the Emerging Leaders in Contraceptive Technology Innovation (CTI) program facilitated by the CTI Exchange
Farhan’s reflections can be found here:
Congratulations to Ali Aseem Shariff, who has been accepted into the ITR Fellowship 2023 Cohort! This 6-week intensive training program will help young change-makers develop leadership, networking, self-discovery, growth, influence, and financial skills.
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Kudos to Jameel Fazleabbas Kassam of Flightlink for being part of the team that welcomed the company’s newly acquired aircraft, ATR from France during an event at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) in Dar es Salaam on Sunday. Seen above is the company MD Munawer Dhirani doing the honours
Congratulations to Dr Ali Khatau (currently at Drexel University in Philadelphia) for winning the Mandela Washington Fellowship. President Barack Obama started it and sent exceptional young African Leaders to the United States for a fully funded six-week fellowship on leadership. This year, 75,000+ applications were submitted, and only 700 were selected, translating to a 1% acceptance rate. Dr Ali was one of the 1% selected.
June 2023
Congratulations to Dr Ali Hassan Khatau for being presented with the World Federation Young Entrepreneur Award
Congratulations to Dr Arzoo-e-Zainab Khalfan-Hemani for winning the Unsung Hero Award (Female) at the KSIWF Youth Conference held in London, UK
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Dr Hussein Ali Datoo, a renowned and experienced player in the Eye Treatment and Eyewear industry and CEO of Vision Plus, was featured in the online blog Afrinews Swahili
https://afrinewsswahili.blogspot.com/2023/06/vision-plus-kinara-wa-matibabu-ya-macho.html
April 2023
Congratulations to Syeda Seher Asad of Mombasa for having been declared the winner of the 1st Essay Contest of The Community on Friday
Congratulations to Saqalain Rizwan Rattansi for being awarded a BSc (Hons) Degree in Applied Accounting with First Class Honours
March 2023
Congratulations to Sibtein Fazal for joining Morgan Stanley for a 13-month Industrial Placement role as a Finance Analyst. Morgan Stanley is an American multinational Investment Bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. With offices in 41 countries and over 75,000 employees, the firm’s clients include corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals.
Congratulations to Shelina Liyakat Khimji for her artwork has been selected and to be minted as a Non-fungible Token (NFT) as CanvasCAW; an art call also organised by CAW
Congratulations to Mohamed F Sumar for completing his Diploma in Counselling & CBT at the Institute of Counselling – UK
Congratulations to Ataa Abbas Shahab Haider Abdi for winning a Gold Medal in the Toyota Dream Art Contest held in Tanzania
February 2023
Congratulations to Ataa Shahab Abdi for his excellent performance as Senior Debate Best Speaker at the recently-held Africa Open School Debate Championships held at Feza International School
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Al Junaid Hasham is in the hot seat, answering questions about JIBA!
- What is JIBA?
- What is the membership tier?
- What are the plans for 2023?
November 2022
Congratulations to Dr. Ali Hassan Khatau for winning the Health-tech Innovation Startup Award for LyfPlus at the 6th Tanzania Annual ICT Conference (TAIC) 2022 presented by Hon. Nape Nnauye, Tanzanian Minister of Information, Communication and ICT, Abdulmajid M. Nsekela, CEO of CRDB Bank Plc and Dr. Jim Yonazi, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Communication and ICT on 28th October 2022.
The ICT awards are celebrated at the Tanzania Annual ICT Conference to support the spirit of entrepreneurship and provide a spotlight to those who dare to dream big and shape the future.