Intra-Faith Program Organized jointly by AFED, BMMK and SUPKEM

The Holy Month of Ramadhan Intrafaith Program

Organized jointly by AFED, BMMK and SUPKEM at

Jaffery Islamic Centre (JIC), Mombasa

9th March 2025

8th Ramadhan 1446 A.H.

An Intrafaith program aimed at enhancing Muslim unity was held at the Jaffery Islamic Centre (JIC) in Mombasa on Sunday, 8th of Ramadhan 1446 AH. The program resulted from collaborative efforts between the Africa Federation (AFED), Bilal Muslim Mission of Kenya (BMMK) and The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM). Teachers and students from various Sunni and Shia Madaris were invited to participate in the event which included inspirational speeches and the handover of Food Parcels and Khanzus. 

In his address, the Chairman of Bilal Kenya, Alhaj Iqbal Bhai Sunderji, aptly referred to the occasion as an 'Annual Solidarity Gathering,' perfectly capturing the essence and purpose of the event. He highlighted the importance of holding such events in the Holy month of Ramadhan, as he emphasized on Muslim Unity and Cooperation. He also thanked SUPKEM for their support in various capacities and reminded all present that we must be grateful for the freedom to practice our religion - Islam without any hinderance in Kenya. 

Iqbal bhai also introduced the dignitaries who included: 

• Alhaj Mohamed bhai Hemani – Chairman of AFED Central Bilal Board (CBB).

• Alhaj Muhammed bhai Jaffer – Chairman of Jaffery Religious Board of Mombasa.

• Mulla Sajjad Walji – Chairman of AFED Tabligh Board (AFTAB)

• Sheikh Muhudhar Khitamy – SUPKEM National Deputy Chairman.

• Sayyid Sikander Kazim – Resident Aalim and Lecturer of KSI Jamaat of Mombasa.

• Alhaj Gulamabbas bhai Khaku – Bilal Kenya Trustee

• Alhaj Fazleabbas bhai Bhanji – Trustee of KSI Jamaat of Mombasa

• Sheikh Akber – Muballigh at Bilal Kenya and Chairman of SUPKEM Coast Branch.

Alhaj Muhammed bhai Jaffer of Jaffery Religious Board of Mombasa Jamaat, spoke on bhelaf of Africa Federation and the Central Bilal Board of Africa Federation. His speech emphasized the necessity of sharing and showing concern for the welfare of our brethren and included a call to unity and the seeking of Taqwa during Holy Ramadhan as per the sunnah of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAWW). 

As the morning’s program drew to an end, Mulla Sajjad Walji, Chairman of AFTAB, recited Dua e Wahda and Alhaj Gulamabbas bhai Khaku, Trustee of Bilal Kenya, ended with a vote of thanks.

On behalf of the AFED Secretariat, the Bilal Muslim Mission of Kenya and SUPKEM, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of this significant event. This initiative, focused on fostering unity and strengthening the bonds of brotherhood among our Muslim community, would not have been possible without the support and team work between our Institutions.

A special vote of thanks for the KSI Jamaat of Mombasa, for their unwavering support, as always, and providing the facilities at JIC to hold the event.

As we observe this blessed month of Ramadhan, we pray to Allah (SWT) to shower His boundless mercy and blessings upon all Muslims in all parts of the world. We also remember and pray for those facing hardship and injustice around the world and beseech Almighty Allah (SWT) to hasten the reappearance of Imam Mahdi (ATJF) so that he may fill the earth with peace and justice, Ameen.

Communications Secretariat

Bilal Muslim Mission of Kenya

Mombasa

18/03/2025