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South Africa
Hawks confident in the prosecution of the 22 suspects accused of instigating the July unrest
Umamah Bakharia The Hawks says they believe they have a strong case against the 22 people that were arrested for instigating the July unrest in 2021. Last year, 350 people died while billions were lost due to public violence that broke out in parts of Kwa Zulu Natal...
Eskom Explain Proposed New Tariffs, Which Will Come into Effect from April Next Year If Nersa Approves
By Neelam Rahim There has been much debate and criticism after Eskom’s proposals in its new tariff plan to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa emerged. The proposed retail tariff plan is a revision of a 2020 submission to the regulator. If approved by Nersa,...
Africa
Massive demonstration against the high cost of living and economic challenges in Sierra Leone
By Neelam Rahim In discussion with Radio Islam International is Oghenerie Emmanuel Omadhebo, an Analyst and social media influencer experienced in media campaigns, brand awareness, public relations and digital strategies. And Alexander, Businessman based in Sierra...
Migration crisis in South Africa and on the African continent
By Neelam Rahim Many people choose to migrate for various reasons, including better job opportunities, civil wars, and unstable economies are just some of the possible causes. In discussion with Radio Islam International is the South African Research Chair Initiative...
World
Arab Countries offer Support to Saudi Arabia following Suicide Bomb Blast
Umm Muhammed Umar An alleged suspect in a fatal ISIS attack on a mosque in Saudi Arabia in 2015 blew himself up on Friday in Jeddah when Saudi security personnel were attempting to apprehend him. A Presidency of State Security announcement read: "When the procedures...
North Korea declares COVID “victory”, lifts restrictions and drops mask mandates
Umamah Bakharia North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared Covid victory after the country announces no new cases since late July. Kim presided over a COVID meeting on Wednesday announced “victory … in the war against the malignant pandemic disease.” His sister Kim...
Ummah
Twitter Locks Account of distinguished Palestinian academic Ramzy Baroud
By Neelam Rahim Twitter has blocked the account of prominent Palestinian journalist and creator Dr Ramzy Baroud. It’s the most recent instance of the continued crackdown on Palestinian solidarity by social media giants, which has escalated the concentration on...
Arabian Nations Express Solidarity with Saudi Arabia over the Suicide bomb blast
By Neelam Rahim Arab nations expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia on Saturday in the wake of the death of a terrorist in Jeddah. Abdullah Al-Shehri’s bomber detonated a suicide vest when authorities attempted to arrest him in Jeddah, injuring a Pakistani resident...
Community
Oriental Plaza businesses urged to be vigilant following a Family orchestrated heist
By Neelam Rahim Business owners at the Oriental Plaza in Fordsburg are urged to be vigilant following the heist at a jewellery store at the outlet. The heist was captured on CCTV video footage and widely circulated on social media platforms, including WhatsApp. The...
Pretoria Hijacking Hotspot for Cyclists
By Neelam Rahim Cyclists and joggers on Pretoria roads are reportedly under threat following several reported incidents of cyclists and joggers being attacked or hijacked at hotspots. Speaking to Radio Islam International, criminologist Guy Lamb said this happens in...
OPINION
Political
Russia Launches Iranian Satellite Amid Ukraine War Concerns
By Neelam Rahim An Iranian satellite launched by Russia blasted off Kazakhstan early on Tuesday. It went into orbit amid controversy that Moscow might use it to improve its surveillance of military targets in Ukraine. Radio Islam International is joined in discussion...
10 Years Since Marikana, Has Anything Changed?
Ten years ago, the country and the world were stunned when a wage strike in Marikana turned deadly, leading to the worst massacre in democratic South Africa. Thirty-four striking mineworkers were shot dead by police on 16 August 2012. Radio Islam spoke to Tony Healy,...
Social
Women’s Day 2022: Realising women’s rights for an equal future
By Naseerah Nanabhai 08:08:2022 Resilient, patient, loving, and strong — South Africa honours all women on National Women's Day, the 9th of August. This day dedicated to women has a significant and painful history. On the 9th of August 1956, approximately 20,000 women...
Do teens need more sleep?
By Neelam Rahim Many parents will tell you that their teenage children tend to want to sleep and are always sleeping. But how much sleep does a Teen need, and do they need more rest as they grow or are they just milking the situation? Radio Islam International is...
Religious
How To Overcome Living With Fear – Mufti Yusuf Moosagie
Jumuah Lecture Masjid Taqwaa - Roshnee 12th of August 2022 One of the greatest things affecting us these days is FEAR Fear is an emotion created by our minds. Sometimes it is real, and sometimes it is imagined. Fear is nothing but a state of mind. There are different...
Building a business empire as a Muslim woman
Shakirah Hunter Technology has to a great extent made the lives of Muslim women wishing to fulfill the command of Allah Ta'ala to live within their homes much easier -whilst running massive successful businesses. Home industries have moved from being something that we...
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Current Affairs
Al-Falaah’s Maryam Bassa and Husnaa Haffejee scoop prestigious awards
By Neelam Rahim Al Falaah College is proud to congratulate Maryam Bassa (Gr12), who scooped gold at the KZN Eskom Expo for Young Scientists held this week. Maryam impressed the judges with the presentation of her Aero-electricity project - “A final thrust towards a...
Analysis : US Killing of Ayman al-Zawahiri and the Middle East Report with James Dorsey
Yumna Moosa - James Dorsey, journalist and political analysist, has said that the US killing of al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri has a symbolic value at best. The killing took place earlier this week when the United States conducted a drone attack in Afghanistan's...
Islamic Discussions
What really happened at Karbala | Mufti Yusuf Moosagie
Sayiduna Hussain Radiyallahu Anhu was martyred at Karbala on the 10th of Muharram 61 AH. This was undoubtedly one of the saddest incidents in the history of Islam. Shimr Ibn Thil-Jawshan was responsible for this horrible and vile act. He was part of an army sent by...
Make Almighty Allah Your Beloved And Become Beloved To Him – Mufti Yusuf Moosagie
Love is by far the most beautiful human emotion. The love of Almighty Allah is the foundation of Islam. With its perfection, your Islam is perfected. And when there is a deficiency in it, there is a deficiency in your Imaan. Nabi Ebrahim Alaihi Salaam had an intense...
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DAILY TAFSEER: Surah Banu Israeel Part 4
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Revival In Motion: Connecting to Allah before the marriage process with Guest Faatima Munshi
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Reminders with Hajira Mzobe: Tuesday,09.08.2022
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Building Your Home Business Empire
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Khadijah RA`s Previous Marriages and Children – Part 2
Sayyidah Khadijah bint Khuwaylid bin Asad RA belonged to the well-known tribe of Banu Asad. She was an honourable and respected woman, known to be one of the wealthiest women of that era. Due to the nobility of her tribe and refined conduct, she was highly respected...
Khadijah RA: Lineage and Family – Part 1
We have concluded the discussion on the Women Around Musa AS, and since we are still in August which is known as Women`s Month, we will continue to focus on Honouring Muslim Women who undoubtedly made a huge impact on Islam. From these women, the greatest to look at...
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