In contributing to the development of human knowledge, historic Muslim societies laid the foundations of modern science and medicine. Throughout history, Muslim doctors and nurses pushed the boundaries of medical science, and established hospitals and clinics. Today, and especially at the current time, the modern world is indebted to these figures and institutions. In this…
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Electricity expansion begins at Azito Power Station in Côte d’Ivoire — AKDN org
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, 17 March 2020 – In the fourth phase of its production, Azito Energie SA is working towards expanding Côte d’Ivoire’s (Ivory Coast) installed electricity-generating capacity. When complete, Azito Energie will supply an additional 250 MW of electricity to approximately 706 MW, amounting to approximately 30 percent of the country’s installed capacity. Groundbreaking…
Channel 5 TV: Interview with Shaukat Ali Khan, Chief Information Officer at University of Central Asia | UCA unique as a residential and research oriented university
Shaukat Ali Khan, Chief Information Officer at the University Central Asia, was interviewed on Channel 5 on January 28th 2020. Watch the full interview to learn more about the University and its three schools, as well as what makes UCA unique as a residential and research oriented university. He also spoke about UCA’s partnership with…
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan: “Diplomatic Dialogues” with Dr. Shamsh Kassim Lakha — UCA (University of Central Asia) Video
Dr. Shamsh Kassim-Lakha, Diplomatic Representative of the Aga Khan Development Network to the Kyrgyz Republic, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University of Central Asia, was the guest speaker at a “Diplomatic Dialogues” event on December 18th 2019 in Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan). It was organised and moderated by Daniar Amanaliev, Co-Founder of the…
Uganda: 80 graduate from Madrasa Early Childhood Development Institute — NTV
Eighty (80) students have graduated from the Madrasa Early Childhood Development Institute. They are expected to participate in the growth of children who they will be handling during their time of service. Ambassador Amin Mawji, the diplomatic representative of the Aga Khan Development Network says the early childhood programme has a positive impact on the…
Mawlana Hazar Imam attends opening session of Paris Peace Forum | Hosted by President Macron in Paris | Video: Mawlana Hazar Imam attends dinner reception at the Élysée Palace
Earlier today, 12 November, Mawlana Hazar Imam joined over 30 world leaders for the opening session of the second Paris Peace Forum where he met with leaders and ministers from various countries. Initiated by French President Emmanuel Macron, the Forum was founded on the principle that international cooperation is key to tackling global challenges and…
Houston, USA: Princess Zahra presented with Huffington Award by Asia Society Texas Center — By Aliya Bhimani | Watch Video
On 10 October 2019, Princess Zahra, accompanied by her daughter, Miss Sara Boyden, was honoured with the Asia Society Texas Center’s Huffington Award in Houston, USA. Princess Zahra was honoured for her outstanding contributions that have furthered international understanding, uplifted lives, and advanced health and education through her work with the Aga Khan Development Network….
Winners of the 2019 Aga Khan Award for Architecture announced — AKDN Press Release
Kazan, Russia, 29 August 2019 – The winners of the 2019 Aga Khan Award for Architecture were announced today. The winners, who will share US$ 1 million between them, are: Winners of the 2019 Aga Khan Award for Architecture.-AKDN Irada Ayupova, Minister of Culture of Tatarstan and Farrokh Derakhshani, Director of the Aga Khan Award…
Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan visits Tajikistan — Asia–Plus, Tajikistan
Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan, youngest son of His Highness the Aga Khan, arrived yesterday in Khorog, the capital of Tajikistan’s Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO) for an official visit, according to the GBAO administration press center. Prince Aly Muhammad Aga Khan, youngest son of His Highness the Aga Khan, arrived yesterday in Khorog;Фото: photo…
Tajikistan: University of Central Asia’s (UCA) and Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH)hold Second Summer University on Disaster Risk Management in Khorog — Asia Plus News
Over 20 participants rom Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, India and the United States came together for the second international Summer University on Disaster Risk Management in Khorog, the capital of Tajikistan’s Gorno Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO). Participants of the 2nd Summer University on Disaster Risk Management; photo / UCA Held from June 16-28, the Summer…
Portugal: His Highness the Aga Khan conferred with the Keys of the City of Porto
Porto, Portugal 2 May 2019 – The Mayor of Porto Mr Rui Moreira today conferred His Highness the Aga Khan with the Keys to the City of Porto. The presentation occurred in the presence of His Highness’s brother Prince Amyn Aga Khan, the President of the Municipal Assembly of Porto, Mr Miguel Pereira Leite as…
Rihla: from Roots to Dreams entertains audiences across Canada — The Ismaili, 27 December 2018
Audience members at Calgary’s Jack Singer Concert Hall were taken on a musical journey as Rihla: from Roots to Dreams completed its cross-Canada performance tour on 21 December 2018. The show, featuring four main elements – dance, music, drama, and film – was based on the Canadian Ismaili community’s journey from Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah’s…
Bangladesh: ‘A cosmopolitan ethic in action’ — The Ismaili, 29 December 2018
The Ismaili Council for Bangladesh hosted an event earlier this year in which the notion of a cosmopolitan ethic was explored and discussed by a selection of esteemed speakers and guests, gathered within the beautiful setting of the Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre in Dhaka. Mr Sulaiman Ajanee, President of the Ismaili Council for Bangladesh, welcomed…
Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), partners with the inaugural Paris Peace Forum
Paris, France, 11 November 2018 – His Highness the Aga Khan, founder and Chairman of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), today joined over 60 world leaders for the opening session of the inaugural Paris Peace Forum. Initiated by French President Emmanuel Macron, the Forum is founded on the principle that international cooperation is key…
Video: World Monuments Fund honours Prince Amyn Aga Khan at the annual Hadrian Gala
23 October 2018 – World Monuments Fund’s video tribute to Prince Amyn Aga Khan at the 31st annual Hadrian Gala in New York, USA. Source; Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) Published on 24 Oct 2018 ->>>>><<<<<-
Inauguration of Khorog campus furthers University of Central Asia’s work in mountain communities — The Ismaili | Watch Video of the Event
The University of Central Asia’s Khorog campus in Tajikistan was officially inaugurated on 14 September 2018, joining the world-class centre for knowledge and learning, which connects isolated rural communities with the global community. The Khorog campus is the second to become operational after UCA’s Naryn campus was inaugurated in Kyrgyzstan in 2016. In his address…
Aleppo’s Old Town: World Cultural Heritage threatened by Syria’s Civil War — By Claudia Mende on Qantara de from 17 August 2012
Large-scale destruction is being inflicted on the unique historical and cultural legacy of the Syrian commercial metropolis Aleppo. And the people of the city had actually only just begun to show an interest in that legacy. By Claudia Mende Silent witnesses to a vibrant past: Traces of human settlement dating back to the 2nd millennium…
Where few others dare to tread: the Aga Khan in Africa — By Timothy Rooks on Deutsche Welle de from 7 July, 2017
Prince Karim will celebrate his diamond jubilee as the Aga Khan this July. From the beginning of his time as Imam, he has been quietly supporting humanitarian and environmental work throughout Africa. “We can say with conviction that Africa’s moment has come.” With this the Aga Khan brought a 2016 keynote address to a culmination….
AKDN celebrates Imamat Day — United News of Bangladesh (UNB) | Aga Khan Academy Dhaka wins award for best ‘Future Education Project’ in Berlin, Germany
Dhaka, July 26 (UNB) – The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) on Thursday celebrated the 61st anniversary of the accession of the Aga Khan to the Ismaili Imamat. The event also marked the conclusion of yearlong commemoration of the Diamond Jubilee of the Aga Khan with culminating global celebrations that included – address by the…
UK Government welcomes His Highness the Aga Khan on the occasion of his Diamond Jubilee
London, United Kingdom, 27 June 2018 – The UK Government today welcomed His Highness the Aga Khan, Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslims at Lancaster House. The Luncheon was hosted by the UK’s Secretary of State for International Development and Minister for Women and Equalities The Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt, in honour of…
