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We provide news on Islam and Muslims and other breaking news from around the world to promote awareness of global events. News is obtained from a variety of news agencies and therefore views and terminology expressed are not necessarily that of Darul Ihsan. Readers are urged to be circumspect, especially with regards the loaded terminology used by the media.
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The Media Desk contributes local, national and international news articles for the website and also focuses on news content of the Muslim world. etters commenting on broad issues are also regularly sent to the editors of newspapers Below are a few letters which were sent by the Media Desk and published in newspapers. Bias and negative reporting against Islam has become a very real phenomenon in the media, especially in the international press.
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We provide news on Islam and Muslims and other breaking news from around the world to promote awareness of global events. News is obtained from a variety of news agencies and therefore views and terminology expressed are not necessarily that of Darul Ihsan. Readers are urged to be circumspect, especially with regards the loaded terminology used by the media.
Cabinet calls on International Criminal Court over Gaza hospital bombing
Following the devastating attack on a hospital in Gaza that claimed over 500 civilian lives, the Minister in the Presidency; Khumbudzo Ntshavheni; has stated that the International Criminal Court (ICC) must investigate Israel for war crimes and genocide.
Youth group helps rebuild Libyan city of Derna
The devastating floods that struck Libya last month claimed thousands of lives, homes, and businesses. However, in an effort to restore the city of Derna, a youth group under the name “Derna Campaign with the Endeavor of its Youth” has taken it upon themselves to revitalise destroyed homes and stores.
eThekwini: Repair drive for CCTV cameras begins
The City has stated that the project to repair and restore broken CCTV cameras around Durban has begun.
On Saturday, 14 October, the Daughters of the Ummah (DOU) – an all-female youth initiative of the Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre – hosted a luncheon in honour of the elders of our community.
Media Statement - South Africa condemns the Bombing of the Ahli Arab hospital
South Africa condemns in the strongest possible terms the killing of civilians in Palestine and Israel. The targeting of civilians in armed conflicts is in violation of International Humanitarian Law and Geneva Conventions.
KZN Transport Department to help unemployed obtain their driver’s license
In an effort to assist jobseekers in the province, the KZN Transport Department has initiated a programme aimed at helping unemployed individuals acquire a driver’s license more efficiently. This is to help improve their employment opportunities.
Durban: Provisional plans to solve the water crisis
As part of the interim plan to resolve water challenges faced in areas of Durban, the eThekwini Municipality has begun drilling boreholes in rural wards in the city which are affected by irregular water supply.
Cape Town: Mayor launches campaign to stop extortion-impacted projects
To combat the rising issue of extortion mafia on construction workers at building sites, the mayor of Cape Town; Geordin Hill-Lewis; created the campaign “Enough is Enough!”.
On Monday; 2 October 2023; Youth of the Ummah – a youth development wing of Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre (DHC) – hosted a successful “Adventure Day” for teenaged youth.
On Tuesday, 3 October 2023, Qatar-based scholar and esteemed guest Dr. Recep Şentürk visited the Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre.
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Egg shortage a concern as avian flu hits the poultry sector
With the worst-ever bird flu outbreak wreaking havoc on the country’s poultry sector, retailers are struggling to secure egg supplies.
Limpopo: Specialist medical experts help change lives
In Limpopo province, Mopani District, a team of specialist doctors dedicated a week performing free medical procedures in hospitals.
Pressure gauges to be installed in eThekwini reservoirs to monitor water levels
In the wake of the devastating eight-day water outage that hit Durban North and uMhlanga areas last week, the eThekwini Municipality is taking ‘proactive’ measures to monitor reservoir water levels.
The Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre (DHC) was given the privilege of hosting delegates attending the Global Alliance of Islamic Schools (GAIS) Retreat in Durban, South Africa.