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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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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.
Help for informal trade sector hit by unrest
DURBAN: The city of Durban is rolling out Business Compliance Workshops throughout the eThekwini region to assist informal traders with restarting trade following July’s civil unrest.
Rewards programme for book worms
DURBAN: eThekwini Municipal Libraries is piloting a new loyalty points programme where members can earn rewards for reading.
Darul Ihsan’s “Sponsor-A-Blanket” project received a major shot in the arm in the last few days after the Orient Islamic School made a substantial contribution towards the initiative.
Darul Ihsan’s efforts to assist the underprivileged communities in the deepest and most rural parts of KwaZulu-Natal is bearing fruits.
Driver license card grace for citizens
The grace period deadline for the renewal of drivers licences cards has been extended by seven months until 31 March 2022.
Masjid centre approved to be built on former alcohol site
A local council in Britain has approved the construction of masjid and madrasah on the site of a former pub – or building where alcohol was sold and consumed.
Education sector exploring options to make up time
South Africa’s education department is considering all options in its bid to make up for lost time suffered by learners over the past year.
More changes to travel rules for Saudi Arabia
SAUDI ARABIA: Saudi Arabia has lifted a travel ban for expatriate residents from 20 countries, including South Africa, that were imposed as a consequence of Covid-19.
Rates relief for eThekwini businesses
DURBAN: Durban businesses affected by the recent unrest have been offered a rates reprieve by the eThewini Municipality.
Al Ihsan Relief (AIR) has established itself in the Gauteng province over the past few months, with multiple feeding projects that have been assisting various communities around Johannesburg.
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One-Stop Centre opened in Durban to help victims of unrest
The city of Durban has opened a help centre in the central business district to assist those businesses affected by the recent civil unrest and looting.
Vaccine hesitancy widespread in South Africa
Surveys carried out by the Human Sciences Research Council and the University of Johannesburg have revealed that nearly 50 percent (%) of white South Africans are reluctant to take Covid-19 vaccines.
Electricity prices continue to soar
South Africa’s average electricity prices have risen at an alarming rate over the past decade.
Taliban peacefully take over Afghanistan
Taliban leaders and expatriates that have been exiling around the world have started making their way back to the country after the group regained power in the last few days.