Geneva, Switzerland, 24 November 2020 – His Highness the Aga Khan, on behalf of the Ismaili Imamat and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), today reaffirmed his enduring commitment to a peaceful and pluralistic Afghanistan. p align=”center”>AKDN’s work to create viable enterprises in both small villages and big cities in Afghanistan, include training in construction,…
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Aga Khan Development Network and various Ismaili Institutions: Enhancing civil society
Founded on ethics and values that drive progress and positive change, these civil society institutions – of education, health, science and research, and culture, to name a few – harness the private energies of citizens committed to the public good. The AKDN has been building these institutions for over 100 years – including schools, clinics…
Interview with Dr Gijs Walraven, Director of Health at the Aga Khan Development Network — The Ismaili
Based in Geneva, Dr Walraven has direct management responsibility for the Aga Khan Health Service Companies, located in South and Central Asia, East Africa, and the Middle East. In this interview, he explains the value and importance of wearing a face mask in our continued fight against Covid-19. How can face masks make a difference…
All Muslims are called upon to improve the physical condition of our world, and honouring our cultural heritage is vital to that calling — His Highness the Aga Khan
50th anniversary of ICOMOS, London, London, UK (22 October 2015) Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Rahim Your Royal Highness, the Duke of Gloucester Mr David Thackray, President, ICOMOS-UK Mr Gregory Hodkinson, Chairman, Arup Distinguished Guests Ladies and Gentlemen What a pleasure it is for me to be marking with you the 50th anniversary of ICOMOS – happy birthday! Yours is…
Khalil Shariff : Looking past the crisis — Aga Khan Development Network video
Khalil Shariff, CEO of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada, speaks about the work of the Aga Khan Development Network, and how we can support others around the world through the crisis. Source: Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) 4 Jun 2020
Environment: Green Energy, Reforestation and Prophet Mohamed on Tree Planting in Islam | Videos on AKDN org, UN Environment Programme, SDI Islam Channel, Plant with Purpose
Serena caring for the environment — AKDN org “Some people say there is nothing that can be done to reduce climate change. But Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge in Tsavo West National Park shows there is.” That is how a film dedicated to Kenya’s first solar-powered safari lodge begins. In addition to Serena’s efforts in solar…
The development of medicine in Muslim societies — The Ismaili
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…
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…
