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Successful Completion of Renovation Works in Mtwara

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF RENOVATION WORKS AT MTWARA JAMAAT CENTRE AND MIKINDANI KABRASTAN


Alhamdulillah, the renovation works for the Mtwara Jamaat Centre and Kabrastan in Mikindani have been successfully completed, and members have commenced using the Masjid facilities effective 1st Ramadhan 1447 A.H. 


The renovation works commenced on 12th December 2025 and were completed on 25th February 2026. 


During the renovation period, we ensured that all necessary repairs and improvements were carried out, and where additional works were identified, they were also undertaken and completed to ensure the facilities are properly upgraded for the benefit of the Jamaat.



Summary of Works Undertaken 


Masjid, Imambargha & General Compound Works 


The following improvement and renovation works have been undertaken: 

  • Structural strengthening of the Masjid building.

  • Replacement of existing windows with new aluminium windows and installation of new doors.

  • Reconfiguration and relocation of new system of Wudhoo area, including:

  • Creation of a new Ladies Wudhoo area

  • Renovation of sabil area

  • Upgrading of the handwash area

  • Renovation of toilet facilities.

  • Replacement of roof sheets and ceiling.

  • Complete electrical system upgrade, including installation of an improved PA (Public Address) system.

  • Plumbing works, including installation of two new septic tanks.

  • Internal and external painting works.

 




Kabrastan – Works Undertaken 


The following improvement works were carried out at the Kabrastan: 

  • Plastering, flooring, and painting works.

  • Installation of roof trusses and roof sheets.

  • Construction of a toilet facility for the caretaker, including installation of a septic tank.

  • Installation of windows and doors.


 



Acknowledgement and Appreciation


The Chairman of the Housing Board, Alhaj Akilbhai Hirji, wishes to record his sincere appreciation to the Chairman of the Africa Federation, Alhaj Aminebhai Nassor, as well as the Office Bearers and Trustees for their continued support. He also extends his heartfelt gratitude to all the donors who have generously contributed towards the renovation works.


Special appreciation is also extended to the Managing Committee of Mtwara Jamaat, particularly Alhaj Rafikibhai Jaffer, AFED Councillor Alhaj Shahidbhai Murji, and AFED Project Coordinator Mohamed Moledina, for their unwavering support and cooperation throughout the renovation process.


The total cost of the renovation works amounted to USD 48,461, covering all improvements undertaken for the Masjid, Imambargha, Madressa, Kabrastan and the general compound.


Insha’Allah, in line with the vision of AFED Chairman Alhaj Aminebhai to ensure that all our centres remain in good condition and properly maintained, we will continue to undertake such renovation and improvement works wherever necessary for the benefit of the Jamaat.


 

Secretariat

Africa Federation Housing Development Board


13th March 2026



 
 
 

Moon Forecast - Shawwal 1447 A.H.

CIRCULAR NO: JMT/045/26         DATE:  March 5, 2026/Mahe Ramadhan 15, 1447



The forecast for the Crescent of 1st Shawwal 1447 A.H. is as follows:- 


The birth of the Astronomical New Moon is at 4.25 a.m. on Thursday 19th March 2026 i.e. 29th  Mahe Ramadhan 1447 A.H. 


On Thursday 19th March 2026, the age of the New Moon after the Sun has set is:



SIGHTING IS NOT POSSIBLE ON 30TH NIGHT OF MAHE RAMADHAN 1447 A.H. (19TH MARCH 2026)


1ST DAY OF SHAWWAL 1447 A.H. WILL THEREFORE FALL ON SATURDAY 21ST MARCH 2026 FOR THE WHOLE REGION.


 

Secretariat




 
 
 

AFED Statement - Death Announcement - His Eminence Ayatullah Ali Hosseini Khamenei

Updated: Mar 5


Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Rajeeun

“To Allah we belong and to Him we shall return”

(Holy Qur'an, Surah Al-Baqarah 2:156)


The death of an 'Alim is the death of the 'Alam (world)  


 

The Secretariat of the Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaats of Africa has received with profound grief and deep sorrow the tragic news of the martyrdom of His Eminence Ayatullah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, which occurred on Saturday, 28th February 2026 (10th Mahe Ramadhan 1447 AH) in Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran.

 

On behalf of the Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Community under the Africa Federation, the Office Bearers, Trustees, Councillors, and all the Jamaats of the Federation, we conveyed our deepest condolences to our Imam of the Time, Imam al-Hujjah al-Mahdi (ATFS), the 8th Holy Imam Hazrat Ali Raza ('A), Bibi Masuma-e-Qum('A), our revered Marja' Ayatullah al-Uzma Sayyed Ali al-Hussaini Al-Sistani, the bereaved family of the Marhum, the noble people of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the entire Shia Ummah worldwide on this immense and tragic loss. 


His Eminence Ayatullah Khamenei was a guiding figure for the Shia Ummah and his death is a great loss to the Community. 


The Federation requests all affiliated Jamaats and community members across Africa to observe seven (7) days of mourning. Jamaats are further requested to organize, Qur’an programs and Majlis-e-Aza’a within their respective centers for the isaal-e-thawab of the departed soul and all those who were martyred along with him. 


The Secretariat shall continue to keep the Community informed as further official information becomes available. 


We pray to Almighty Allah (SWT), through His infinite mercy, to grant the Marhum maghferat, elevate his ranks, and grant him eternal proximity to the Chaharda Ma’sumeen (AS). 


Below is the statement issued on 11th Ramadhan 1447 AH by Ayatullah al-Uzma Sayyed Ali al-Hussaini Al-Sistani 


بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. 


(إنا لله وإنا إليه راجعون)

(Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we shall return.)


 ببالغ الحزن والأسى، نعزي الشعب الإيراني الشريف وعموم المسلمين في العالم باستشهاد القائد الأعلى للجمهورية الإسلامية سماحة آية الله السيّد الخامنئي (رضوان الله عليه).

With profound sorrow and grief, we extend our condolences to the noble Iranian people and to Muslims around the world on the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, His Eminence Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may Allah be pleased with him).


 إن المكانة الرفيعة لهذا الرجل العظيم ودوره الفريد في قيادة نظام الجمهورية الإسلامية على مدى سنوات طويلة جليّة وواضحة للجميع.

The lofty status of this great man and his unique role in leading the system of the Islamic Republic over many long years are evident and clear to all.


 ولا شك أن الأعداء، من خلال اغتياله وشنّ عدوان عسكري واسع النطاق على البلاد، يسعون إلى ضرب إيران العزيزة.

There is no doubt that the enemies, through his assassination and by launching a wide-scale military aggression against the country, seek to strike beloved Iran.


 ومن المتوقع من أمة هذا المرز وبوم العظيمة في هذه الظروف الصعبة والحساسة، أن يحافظوا على الوحدة والانسجام الوطني، وألا يسمحوا للمعتدين بتحقيق أهدافهم الشؤمية.

It is expected from the great nation of this land and homeland, in these difficult and sensitive circumstances, to preserve unity and national cohesion and not allow the aggressors to achieve their sinister objectives.


 نسأل الله العلي القدير للفقيد السعيد علو الدرجات والرضوان الإلهي، ولجميع المفجوعين الصبر الجميل والأجر الجزيل.

We ask Allah, the Most High and All-Powerful, to grant the blessed deceased elevated ranks and divine pleasure, and to grant all those grieving beautiful patience and abundant reward.


 ولا حول ولا قوة إلا بالله العلي العظيم.

There is no power and no strength except through Allah, the Most High, the Most Great

 


Secretariat




 
 
 
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