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Afghanistan today: An interview with Dr Najmuddin Najm, CEO of AKF Afghanistan
15 April 2022
Dr Najm speaks about the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, what the Aga Khan Foundation is doing in response, and his hopes for the future.
Video: Foundation ceremony for cancer care centre in Tanzania
15 April 2022
In an effort to strengthen the health system in Tanzania, the Aga Khan Hospital in Dar es Salaam launched a state-of-the-art cancer care centre earlier this week, for which the foundation stone was laid by Princess Zahra and Honourable Ummy Ally Mwalimu, Minister of Health of the United Republic of Tanzania.
Princess Zahra lays foundation stone for cancer care centre in Tanzania
13 April 2022
The Tanzania Comprehensive Cancer Project is a first-of-its kind initiative addressing the impact of non-communicable diseases in the country and wider region.
Our journey to the Metaverse
9 April 2022
We often hear that technology is evolving towards the metaverse, but what exactly is the metaverse, and how will we get there?
Our planet, our health
6 April 2022
Our health depends on the planet, and right now the planet’s health depends on us.
Greek President visits Ismaili Centre, Lisbon
3 April 2022
The President of Greece, Ms Katerina Sakellaropoulou, visited the Ismaili Centre, Lisbon, during her three-day trip to Portugal last week. She was welcomed to the Centre by Princess Zahra and Prince Hussain.
Standing with Afghans at a time of dire need
30 March 2022
Afghanistan is at a critical point in its history. Since 1990, the country’s Human Development Index score has increased by almost 70 per cent despite numerous political and security uncertainties. However, this progress faces an existential challenge following the collapse of the government on 15 August 2021.
Video: Statement by Prince Rahim on Afghanistan
30 March 2022
Speaking today at the Afghanistan Conference 2022 on behalf of Mawlana Hazar Imam, Prince Rahim urged the international community to act with generosity and speed “at a time when so many Afghans are in peril.” The meeting was convened by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, and co-hosted by the Governments of Qatar, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
Online learning at UCA: a story of adaptation
28 March 2022
On 15 March 2020, during the spring semester, the University of Central Asia (UCA) campus in Naryn closed abruptly, to stop the spread of Covid-19. Students and teachers were faced with a challenging question: how to continue classes and learning, when everyone had been asked to stay at home?
Why do Ismailis seek help from Hazrat Ali and the Imams?
26 March 2022
Both Sunni and Shia Muslims believe in intercession. Believers ask those considered close to God to intercede with the Lord on their behalf.
Giving blood, gifting life
25 March 2022
Ismaili CIVIC Portugal hosted a blood donation campaign today at the Ismaili Centre in Lisbon. The Portuguese Minister for Health and Prince Hussain attended the pop-up clinic, organised to boost blood reserves in the country.
Springtime: Celebrating new beginnings
24 March 2022
In Tajikistan, Navroz is a four-day public holiday and an opportunity for families to come together in celebration of traditions, particularly with the youngest members of the family.
