During Ramadan 2026 in the Gaza Strip, Palestinian men and young boys gathered in the yard of the mosque to recite the Qur’an, from start to finish, before sunset. Over 250 Huffaz gathered to engage in loud recitation, which was known as “Safwat Al-Huffaz”, translated to “The Elite of Quran Memorisers”.

This week, the City of Johannesburg has launched its first electric vehicle charging hub in the suburb of Booysens.

In light of the increased US tariffs imposed on South African shipments, the country’s agriculture department has expanded its range of exports, both in product variety as well as countries. Of these countries is the Phillipines, of which the first official shipment of table grapes was made this week.

With the grace and mercy of Allah, this Ramadan, the Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre facilitated consistent food donations to several different areas across Durban. This included Iftaar provisions, hot meals, drinks, as well as grocery packs.

Masjid Bilal in Castlehill, Durban is a Masjid located close to a number of urban suburbs with a vibrant Muslim community. In Ramadan, the Masjid comes alive with activity and locals attend the various programmes at the Masjid.

Alhamdulillah, by the grace and mercy of Almighty Allah, Youth of the Ummah successfully hosted its 16th Annual Ramadan Youth Night titled “Our Call of Duty” on Friday night, 6 March 2026, at Masjid Mu’adh bin Jabal, Berea West (Westville). The programme commenced after Taraweeh and concluded close to midnight, with a strong and enthusiastic turnout from the youth.

South Africans generally live in an environment of freedom of speech, religion and expression. This freedom is enjoyed by all who live in this land.

The article “Durban’s homeless gardeners take root,” The Mercury, Monday, November 23, refers.

The article “Act as if you are infected,” Daily News, Monday, November 16, 2020, refers.