Africa
At Least 83 Killed in Fighting in Sudan’s Darfur
January 19, 2021
At Least 83 Killed in Fighting in Sudan’s Darfur
More than 80 people have been killed in two days of ongoing clashes in Sudan’s restive Darfur, doctors said Sunday, just over two weeks since a long-running peacekeeping mission ended operations.The violence is the most significant fighting reported since the…
Madagascar Shias revive martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima and request for her intercession
January 19, 2021
Madagascar Shias revive martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima and request for her intercession
The Islamic centers affiliated with the Shirazi Religious Authority, in the city of Majunga, Madagascar, witnessed the establishment of Fatimid mourning ceremonies, commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa, peace be upon her, according to the third narration.The Islamic…
Fatimid mourning ceremonies continue at Ahlulbayt Center in Madagascar
January 14, 2021
Fatimid mourning ceremonies continue at Ahlulbayt Center in Madagascar
The Ahlulbayt Center, affiliated with the Shirazi Religious Authority in the city of Majunga, Madagascar, continues to hold mourning ceremonies on the martyrdom anniversary of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahraa, peace be upon her.The ceremonies are held for a period of ten…
Sayyid Shuhada International Committee implements project to employ heads of households in East Africa
January 14, 2021
Sayyid Shuhada International Committee implements project to employ heads of households in East Africa
Sayyid Shuhada International Committee, affiliated with the Shirazi Religious Authority in Kuwait, has implemented a project to employ young men and men who have families in the countries of eastern Africa.The committee purchased and distributed small rickshaws to many heads…
Sweden: Metal Quran sculpture found inside a park in Malmö
January 13, 2021
Sweden: Metal Quran sculpture found inside a park in Malmö
A few residents of Malmo found a sculpture in the shape of the Holy Quran, which was found placed on a stone base in a park in the Swedish city of Malmo, on a low, sloping and square base with…
Religious association organizes many events to disseminate the teachings of the Ahlulbayt in Mali
January 9, 2021
Religious association organizes many events to disseminate the teachings of the Ahlulbayt in Mali
The Imam Hussein Association, affiliated with the Shirazi Religious Authority, in the city of Segou, Mali, continues to organize many different religious, cultural and charitable activities.The association stated in a statement, “It is through the efforts of a group of…
Ethiopia vows to restore ancient iconic mosque
January 9, 2021
Ethiopia vows to restore ancient iconic mosque
The Ethiopian government vowed Monday to restore the partially damaged Al Nejashi Mosque in the country’s northern Tigray region.The iconic mosque, located in the Kilte Awulaelo woreda, or district, was struck by heavy weapons at multiple points including its minarets…
Niger: More than 100 dead civilians in village attacks
January 4, 2021
Niger: More than 100 dead civilians in village attacks
Attackers on motorbikes swept through two villages in western Niger, leaving scores dead in each, a local mayor said on Sunday.The attacks, on the villages of Tchoma Bangou and Zaroumadareye in the jihadi-plagued Tillaberi region, are only the latest in…
Martyrdom anniversary of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahraa commemorated in Madagascar
January 4, 2021
Martyrdom anniversary of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahraa commemorated in Madagascar
The Ahlulbayt Center, affiliated with the Shirazi Religious Authority in the city of Majunga, Madagascar, revived the martyrdom anniversary of Sayyeda Fatima al-Zahraa, peace be upon her.Tens of Ahlulbayt followers attended and participated in the event.A mourning ceremony was also…
Dozens of Boko Haram terrorists killed in Nigeria
January 2, 2021
Dozens of Boko Haram terrorists killed in Nigeria
A Nigerian official confirmed that dozens of Boko Haram terrorists were killed in a series of air strikes launched by the army in Borno State, northeast of the country.“The armed forces attacked the hideouts of the militant group near Tomboon…