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…
Category Archives: Manchester
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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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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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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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The Dawoodi Bohras of Manchester hosted an iftar event at the community’s Noor Masjid on March 13, 2025, creating a space for meaningful dialogue across the city’s diverse communities. The event was attended by a number of guests including Manchester Lord Mayor Paul Andrews, diplomats from Iraq, Turkey and Pakistan and leaders from Christian, Muslim…
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Dr Saifuddin Mullamitha is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at the Christie Hospital in Manchester, the largest single-site cancer centre in Europe. He has dedicated his life to cancer care and research. On World Cancer Day, he shares his life’s journey, what inspired him to pursue this career and what is his approach to cancer care…
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This winter, the Dawoodi Bohras of Manchester and Birmingham undertook several initiatives to provide warmth and relief to vulnerable individuals and families during the coldest months of the year. In Manchester, five young girls—Alifiya, Ruqaiyah, Safiya, Zahra, and Sakina—took action to raise funds and awareness for the homeless. Braving Storm Darragh on December 7th, 2024,…
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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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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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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.