Tasneem Essajee’s relationship with Yemeni honey began in an unexpected way. Initially, she was not a fan of honey, but experienced a transformative shift during Ashara Mubaraka, when the global leader of the Dawoodi Bohras, Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, shared insights on the virtues of honey—particularly from Yemen’s Do’an Valley. He highlighted its unique health benefits…
Author Archives: Burhanuddin Qutbi
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Nov
Nov
Teaming up with Manchester City Council, Streets for People, and local police, the Dawoodi Bohras hosted an eco-event aimed at promoting greener living while strengthening neighbourhood ties. From free cycle repairs to bulb planting and a pedal-powered jukebox, the event had something for everyone—highlighting the importance of sustainability through hands-on participation.
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Nov
Nov
At just 12 years old, Alifiya Hakimuddin of the Dawoodi Bohras of Manchester, has shown a remarkable commitment to helping those less fortunate. Concerned by the increasing number of homeless individuals in the city, Alifiya took part in a fundraising walk organised by her school, Parrs Wood High School, to help Centrepoint, the UK’s leading…
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Sep
Sep
In a heartwarming demonstration of interfaith harmony and community engagement, the Dawoodi Bohra community of Bradford recently hosted 25 members of the Addingham Branch of the Women’s Institute (WI) for a memorable open day at Adam Masjid. The event, designed to build bridges between communities, offered WI members a rare opportunity to experience firsthand the values and traditions that define the Dawoodi Bohra faith.
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Sep
Sep
From turning banana peels into biofuels to harnessing the power of the sun for clean energy, children of the Dawoodi Bohra community in Manchester recently showcased a range of innovative projects at their science fair. Focused on sustainability and environmental responsibility, the fair brought together creative solutions that aligned with Islamic teachings on caring for the Earth.
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Sep
Sep
The United Nations’ International Day of Police Cooperation, observed on September 7, recognises the indispensable role of law enforcement in maintaining public safety and nurturing strong community relationships. In Nottingham, the Dawoodi Bohra community has much to celebrate in this regard, especially through the experiences and contributions of Mustafa Rajabali, a long-serving police dispatcher with…
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Aug
Aug
In recent weeks, the UK has experienced a disturbing rise in tension and violence. Fueled by misinformation spread on social media, crowds expressing anti-immigrant and Islamophobic sentiments have clashed with police, leaving communities across the nation on edge. However, amid these troubling events, the Dawoodi Bohras of Manchester have joined people of other faiths to…
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Jul
Jul
The Dawoodi Bohras of Birmingham place great importance on fostering close relationships with their neighbours. One such cherished friendship is with Brookfields Primary School, the closest neighbour for many years to the Bohras’ masjid, located in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter of Birmingham. With the approach of the school summer holidays, the Birmingham community…
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Jun
Jun
On World Environment Day, volunteers from the Dawoodi Bohra Community of Bradford dedicated their time and effort to a vital environmental initiative by the River Aire in Baildon. In a process known as “balsam bashing,” the volunteers worked tirelessly to remove invasive non-native Himalayan balsam plants from the riverbank, aiming to protect and restore the native ecosystem.
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Jun
Jun
In celebration of World Environment Day – the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment – the Dawoodi Bohra community of Manchester organised a highly informative and engaging event for its members to share good environmental practices. The event included a recycling workshop by Biffa, a leading integrated waste…