Al-Qalam
Al-Qalam “The Pen”, is Southern Africa’s leading Muslim newspaper, the voice of the Muslim com We’re here to encourage and uplift as we support and inform.
Al-Qalam “The Pen”, is Southern Africa’s leading Muslim newspaper, the voice of the Muslim community in this beautiful rainbow nation of ours. We strive to deliver relevant, topical news of interest to the millions of readers in our community. We’ve been achieving this goal for many years in print, and now we’re taking to social media to ensure that no one misses out. Stay tuned as we create an online space where you can be heard, and share your thoughts and views.
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NEW: “Muslims saved us,” says a Malawian government official, recalling how two Muslim humanitarian organisations became the first to respond as migrants fled xenophobic violence.
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24/07/2026
NEW: From legal rights to self-defence, local Muslim women, refugees and migrants came together for a day of learning, support and sisterhood.
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Local Muslimah - including refugees and migrants - form sisterhood of support - Al-Qalam By Azra Hoosen A Durban Muslimah organisation this week brought together local Muslim women, migrants and refugees to empower
Islam, discipline and determination have shaped Hafidhah Ruqaya Ismail's journey to the international stage.
Read how the Qur'an keeps her grounded as she prepares for her biggest competition yet.
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24/07/2026
NEW: Behind every survivor is a story of courage.
Read how the Kenilworth Respite Centre is helping abused women and children find safety, healing and hope for a new beginning in Al-Qalam's July National Edition.
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Abused sisters find refuge at Kenilworth Respite Centre - Al-Qalam By Azra Hoosen For years, Ayesha (36), a mother of three, endured physical, emotional, financial
24/07/2026
NEW: What can young Muslims teach us about leadership? More than you might think.
Read Aslam Fataar's reflections on the lessons he learnt from the MYM's Ambassadors for Change programme in Al-Qalam's July National edition:
Listening before leading: What young Muslims taught me about becoming Ambassadors for Change - Al-Qalam By Aslam Fataar I had the privilege of addressing the Muslim Youth Movement’s (MYM) ‘Ambassadors
24/07/2026
NEW: What happens when the wounds of history remain unhealed? Imam Rashied Omar reflects on Afrophobia in South Africa.
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Black is beautiful: Afrophobia is self-hatred turned outward - Al-Qalam By Imam A. Rashied Omar What we are witnessing in South Africa is not simply
NEW: Ebrahim Rasool (Former Ambassador to the US) reflects on the life and legacy of John Esposito, a scholar who dedicated his life to truth and understanding in Al-Qalam's July National Edition.
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24/07/2026
NEW: Youm-e-Istehsal (5 August): A day of resistance against injustice in Kashmir
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Youm-e-Istehsal (5 August): A day of resistance against injustice in Kashmir - Al-Qalam BySalman I Khan Every year, 5 August is observed as Youm-e-Istehsal (Day of Exploitation) to commemorate the unilateral actions taken
14/07/2026
Empowering tomorrow's leaders, today🌱
MYMSA - The Muslim Youth Movement of South Africa's Ambassadors for Change workshop brought together young leaders from across KZN for six days of learning, leadership development and meaningful discussions on the issues shaping South Africa.
Read how the programme is equipping the next generation to become ethical leaders and positive changemakers in the July KZN edition of Al-Qalam:
MYMSA's 'Ambassadors for Change' workshop develops future leaders - Al-Qalam By Azra Hoosen The Muslim Youth Movement of South Africa (MYMSA) recently brought together 31
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