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Honouring shared values this Ramadan
22 April 2022
An Iftar dinner was hosted at the Ismaili Centre, Lisbon, earlier this week, attended by President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Princess Zahra, and Prince Hussain. Representatives of fellow faith communities, diplomats, and government officials were invited to break the fast alongside leaders of the Jamat and the Aga Khan Development Network.
Video: The Glorious Qur'an
22 April 2022
As part of our series What Ismailis Believe, this short film details the historical origins of the Holy Qur'an, its significance to Muslim societies, and its inspiration in our daily lives.
Five practical steps for students to cope with exam season
21 April 2022
For students, the reintroduction of in-person exams can cause stress and anxiety. Whether it's your first time sitting an exam in high school, or you’re an experienced pro at university, we could all use some help. By finding ways to remain calm, exam season can be a lot easier to cope with.
Seven handy tips to help your child during exam season
21 April 2022
No matter how old your child is, exam season can be stressful for everyone involved. Whilst you can’t sit their exams for them, there are ways you can help. Read on for several useful tips to help everyone beat exam stress.
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.
