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Justice as the Compass: Leadership Between Principle and Practice

May 3, 2026

Leadership, in its most meaningful sense, is not defined by authority or influence, but by the moral direction that guides decisions and actions. In Islamic thought, especially within the Shia tradition, justice (adl) serves as the central pillar of leadership. It is not merely a theoretical concept, but a lived reality demonstrated by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Imam Ali (AS). Their lives reflect a model of leadership where justice is inseparable from personal integrity, and where asceticism strengthens the bond between leaders and the people they serve.

Marhum Mohamed Jaffer Mohamedhussein Nanji

May 3, 2026

Marhum Mohammed Rafik Gulamali Somji

Tribute by The Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat of Africa

A father, a friend, a community servant – no matter how one knew him, Marhum Mohamed Rafik was a true “Rafik” to young and old alike. Born in Zanzibar, raised in Dar-es-Salaam, and having studied in India, Marhum Mohamed Rafiq received a breadth of exposure in his travels from a young age. His passion for serving the community was ignited when he was appointed as the Administrative Secretary of the Federation of KSI Jamaats of Africa at the young age of 24, under the mentorship of Marhum Ebrahim Husein Sheriff Dewji in 1959. Marhum Mohamed Rafik’s witty nature and natural ability to connect with people from different walks of life enabled him to establish a good rapport with those that he sought to serve.

Role of Consultation and Negotiation on the Life of Imam Áli

April 26, 2026

Role of Consultation and Negotiation on the Life of Imam Áli

Abridged version in review format of the paper written by:
Abasali Aronaghi, Department of Humanities, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
Ardashir Asadbeigi, Corresponding author, Department of Humanities, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
Mohammad Baghestani, Department of Humanities, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
Mahmoud Khajehmirza, Department of Humanities, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran

Self-reflection

April 24, 2026

A Simple Thought: Self-reflection by Asgar Jafferali Dhanji

Marhum Abulkassim Husein Kalyan

April 23, 2026

Marhum Mohammed Rafik Gulamali Somji

Tribute by The Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat of Africa

This publication originally started as print magazine in Nairobi under the auspices of the Haydari Madrasah. Later on, with greater demand for online material and demand to suppress costs as well as reach a wider audience, TC on Friday, became an online "Friday supplement". In the early 2000s, the forum received the support of The World Federation, giving their blessings to the publication as well as helping in its broadcast.

Again, with passage of time, changes are imminent as we now move to a more interactive state - a blog. To this end, I seek the support of all members who can contribute their valuable time and written material to the forum, which is being read all across the world.

Thank you

M Suleman
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