Cameroonian journalist, in Karbala, tells about his embracing Islam

“It’s not the first time for me to visit shrines in Iraq; but, whenever I visit, I feel as if it is the first time,” said Ali Burnard Jengam – Cameroonian journalist – in a press interview with Imam Hussein Shrine Magazine issued by the International Unit of the Imam Hussein Shrine.

“It’s not the first time for me to visit shrines in Iraq; but, whenever I visit, I feel as if it is the first time,” said Ali Burnard Jengam – Cameroonian journalist – in a press interview with Imam Hussein Shrine Magazine issued by the International Unit of the Imam Hussein Shrine.

Jengam, whose visit to Iraq has been arranged by the International Unit of the Imam Hussein Shrine, talked about how he has embraced Islam after he was Christian.

He said, “I love Iraq – the country where prophets came to and Imam Hussein (Peace Be Upon Him) chose to launch his cry of freedom against injustice. That’s why I’m so happy to be in the holy city of Karbela and among the Iraq people who are kind and visitor welcoming; that’s why the Iraqi people are distinct from other peoples.”

He said further that he feels the distinction between being Christian and being Muslim, indicating that his life has changed considerably, saying, “I have begun to view the world from a different perspective. I have become a role model for many people in my society; all the credit goes to the school of the Ahlul-Bayet (Peace Be Upon Them), and I, therefore, always thank God for this blessing.”

As a journalist, Jengam has been encouraged to establish and manage a magazine: e-book and in print, titled “With Hussein’s Light.” And despite the obstacles he has encountered for 6 years, he has been able to publicize everything concerning the Ahlul-Bayet (Peace Be Upon Them), such as their notable biographies; principles; and their birthday and martyrdom anniversaries, in addition to significant news concerning the Islamic world and the shrines in Iraq.