CIRCULAR NO: JMT/152/24 September 23, 2024/Rabi ul Awwal 19, 1446
The forecast for the Crescent of 1st Rabi ul Aakhar 1446 A.H. is as follows:- The birth of the Astronomical New Moon is at 9.51 p.m. on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 i.e. 28th Rabi ul Awwal 1446 A.H.
On Thursday 3rd October 2024, the age of the New Moon after the Sun has set is:
SIGHTING IS NOT POSSIBLE
EXPECT 1ST DAY OF RABI UL AAKHAR 1446 AH ON SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER 2024 FOR THE WHOLE REGION.
Secretariat
Ref: AF/PR/2024/30 Date: September 21, 2024
The Africa Federation Secretariat extends its heartfelt felicitations to Professor Karim Manji of Dar-es-Salaam on being bestowed the prestigious Alumni Award of Merit from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
This Award is given to the Alumni of the Institution who have demonstrated a strong commitment towards improving public health. Professor Karim is the first Tanzanian to receive this award. He will be presented with this Award on Friday 27th September 2024 in Boston, USA.
Professor Manji is a leading researcher in pediatric diseases and has dedicated himself to supporting this field throughout his career.
He is a Professor in Pediatrics and Child Health at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences with research disciplines in Infectious Diseases, Medical Ethics, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Pediatrics.
He has been able to achieve and maintain the level of the highest research scientists to mentor and nurture scientific academia. He has been involved in clinical duties in the neonatal unit, has published a situation analysis of newborns, and has championed activities related to the reduction of neonatal deaths in Tanzania.
Prof. Karim has published 260 papers that have greatly benefited the community and people of various ages. He has presented several Professional Inaugural lectures and currently involved in large research projects.
Professor Karim has received the following Awards in his medical career which is truly inspiring:
Award of Grant for Professorial Inaugural Lecture – Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) 2011.
Fellowship Award of the Tanzania Academy of Sciences 2012.
Best Employee among Academic Staff for the year 2013/2014 at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS).
Best Health Research Scientist in Tanzania, 2016 - NIMR Award – October 2016.
Fellowship to the Royal College of Physicians (RCP)-London 2017.
Fellowship to the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (London).
International Award in Excellence in Patient Care: Royal College of Physicians (RCP) -London, April 2019.
Award for outstanding contribution on “Rare Diseases in Tanzania” 28th February 2021.
Profiled as the Architect of New Born Care in Tanzania by The Lancet in 2021.
Recognition of Professor Emeritus by The Council of Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) in May 2024.
Professor Karim, Congratulations on your well-deserved achievement! Your journey has been truly remarkable; and you continue to inspire the Community.
On behalf of Chairman Alhaj Amine Nassor, the office bearers of the Africa Federation, and members of the community in Africa, we extend our heartiest congratulations to Professor Karim Manji on being conferred with this prestigious Award - a well-deserved and hard-earned success. We also convey heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Sidika bai Karim, their children and the rest of the family members on this happy occasion, as the day also marks the auspicious birth anniversaries of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) and Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (AS).
This significant achievement is a testimony of Prof Karim’s Manji’s dedication, determination and contribution to the Society at large; such an achievement for a member of our community in Africa is a matter of great pride, we at Africa Federation consider ourselves blessed to have a member of such a high caliber amongst us.
Professor Karim was recognized and bestowed the prestigious Abbasi Medal by the then Chairman of Africa Federation, Alhaj Anwarali Dharamsi during the Africa Federation Ordinary Conference held in Dar es Salaam in April 2013 for his long, honorary and exemplary services to the society and humanity at large.
We pray to the Almighty Allah (SWT) to grant Prof. Karim with good health, long and prosperous life, and continued success in achieving new milestones that benefits all citizens, the community and humanity at large, Aameen.
SECRETARIAT
The 13-storey residential/commercial project named Al Mahdi of Arusha Jamaat is progressing well after the construction work was restarted under the Africa Federation Housing Development Board. With the final finishing works in progress, the project is which was expected to be completed by end of this year will now be early next year, this is due to several challenges faced recently. Finishing works normally require more time to complete, this was hampered by the challenges we faced, hence therefore, the project completion date is now estimated to be early January 2025.
On 17th September 2024, a site meeting was held, some decisions on some pending items were made in an effort to ensure the work progresses smoothly. Africa Federation and Arusha Jamaat are working hand in hand, with concerted efforts and clear objectives by both parties, Insha’allah our mission will be achieved.
The external paint works is 90% complete and aluminium glass works is 79% completed; meanwhile other areas are over 70% completed. Overall, the project is completed by 80% and progressing steadily.
Below are some pictures of the Project’s status and progress:
We look forward to a continuous support from our community members and well-wishers to supplement in our efforts to complete this important project which will greatly benefit the Jamaat and its members in Arusha.
From the Africa Federation Housing Development Board, we wish all our community members Miladun Nabii (SAWW) Mubarak, May Allah (SWT) grant you all long life with good health and tawfeeqat to continue with your support and generosity, Aameen.
SECRETARIAT
AFED HOUSING DEVELOPMENT BOARD
21st September 2024