By Tasneem Merchant In the early hours of the morning when the world is still stirring awake, an older woman stirs a broth in a large vessel and chops several kilos of onions with seasoned hands. She roasts coconut as she prepares the African-Indian curry, kuku paka, as well as minding badam pak – a…
Author Archives: Moiz Jamali
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Diabetes demands daily discipline. It is not a condition eased by a quick pill or a seasonal fix, but a long-term lifestyle challenge that requires constant vigilance and informed choices. According to Diabetes UK, “more than 5.8 million people in the UK are now living with diabetes,” the highest figure on record. In response, Dawoodi…
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Dr Salim Jivanji is a paediatric cardiologist and an Editor of Challenging Concepts in Congenital and Acquired Heart Disease in the Young: A Case-Based Approach with Expert Commentary published by Oxford University Press. He specialises in diagnosing congenital and acquired heart conditions in children and has more than 13 years of experience behind his back….
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The Dawoodi Bohras of Bradford presented a cultural exhibition at The Beacon’s family day in Lister Park on 28th August, attracting more than 1,000 visitors despite the rainy weather. At their stall, the community showcased traditional crafts, the distinctive Dawoodi Bohra attire, and information boards displaying the community’s history. Visitors sampled Bohra cuisine, including malido,…
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This story was covered by the BBC The Dawoodi Bohra community has partnered with the Bradford Council’s Countryside Service and the Aire Rivers Trust to launch a major restoration project at Bingley North Bog — a 10,000-year-old bog regarded as one of the Bradford district’s most precious natural sites. Funded entirely through Project Rise, the Dawoodi…
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Adnan Gohar is a London-based creative and photographer. Through his agency, he helps brands craft memorable packaging and offline experiences. He is also a podcaster who likes to explore topics related to trust, growth, and human connection. In this blog, he gives his take about his creative process and why instinct matters more to him…
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Sakina Yusuf is a UK-based product designer with ambitions to break into the world of automotive design. Her work and content explore the intersection of design, car culture, motorsports, and the thrill of high-adrenaline experiences. Originally from Kuwait, she moved to the UK to pursue a BA (Hons) in Product Design at Manchester Metropolitan University….
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Kidney Care 4 All (KCA), an NGO co-founded by three members of the Dawoodi Bohra community of the UK, has taken a major step in transforming kidney care in Uganda. In late July, a specialist medical team led by Consultant Transplant Surgeon Dr. Hussein Khambalia travelled to Kampala to train local surgeons, anaesthetists, and nursing…
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Dawoodi Bohra community centres in Bradford, Croydon, Leicester, London and Nottingham organised a series of events at the beginning of June to mark Global Wellness Day 2025, mobilising hundreds of volunteers for fitness challenges and educational talks. More than 500 participants took part in the nationwide initiative collecting over 150 bags of litter, planting trees with local officials,…
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What began as a simple vegetable patch in the late 1970s has blossomed into a small sanctuary for nature. Karim and Naseem Salem, members of the Manchester Dawoodi Bohra community, have transformed their urban garden into a haven for biodiversity — welcoming birds, bees, and butterflies. Their garden began around 197, shortly after they moved…
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