AFED Vice Chairman Meets SAAJ Nairobi Jamaat Leadership

On Sunday, 7^th September 2025, the Vice Chairman of the Africa Federation (AFED), Alhaj Murtaza bhai Somji, held a meeting with the leadership of The Shia Asna Asheri Jamaat (SAAJ) of Nairobi. The meeting was attended by the members of the Managing Committee, Ladies Managing Committee, and Councilors of SAAJ Nairobi.  He was accompanied by the AFED Media Board Chairperson, Alhaj Salilabbas Sadak.

During the discussions, Murtaza bhai addressed several key points, including:

·        Strengthening cooperation between AFED and SAAJ Nairobi

·        Community sensitization on AFED’s role and initiatives

·        Active participation of Councilors in AFED agendas

·        Support from Jamaats in Higher Education Loan recoveries

·        Encouraging Khums collection initiatives

·        Promoting awareness and engagement for Solidarity Day

This marks the Vice Chairman’s first official Jamaat meeting, with plans to visit and engage other Jamaats across East Africa in the coming months, InshaAllah.

The AFED Secretariat conveys its sincere appreciation to the leadership of SAAJ Nairobi for hosting Murtaza bhai with full honor and for making all the necessary arrangements during the meeting.

Secretariat

9^th September 2025