SKILLS CENTRE
ZAHSA
“Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” Read more on our skills centres on pg 3...
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Newsletter First Edition 2008 - 2013
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“THE EASTERN CAPE, AN AREA WHERE 72% OF INDIVIDUALS LIVE BELOW THE BREADLINE.” The communities of need who surround us are often forgotten in the worlds of comfort we have created for ourselves. We are so keen to read about the expansion of Walmer Park Shopping centre or comment how busy Greenacres is (our popular shopping centre in Port Elizabeth), dashing to the many food outlets of choice to enjoy sumptuous meals or vie with each other in our passion for the best cars, sound systems and decorated homes that we are oblivious of the many in distress around us. The glitter and glamour of our worlds has undermined the woe and worries others are experiencing.
Hand of the Almighty and He will ensure the profits of peace and security in both worlds according to our intentions.
To soothe our conscience of self-indulgence and merrymaking, we comment on the poor by saying: “we work hard for our money….”, “the poor are so lazy…”, “they just want to collect food parcels, tell them to wash the car in the yard and see how quick the ‘poor man’ runs”. Fair enough, there are those who are professional beggars/con artists who are experts in seducing a soft heart for a quick buck but is that the fault of every poor person? A widow who has four children to feed, a family left in destitution because of a druggie husband who desert his responsibilities, a mother who has a sickly child who needs urgent help to get to Cape Town for treatment, a poor lady who desperately needs a wheelchair for her beloved handicapped child or an elderly mum who has given her last portion of cereal for her hungry child - are they also to be forsaken? Do we forsake and hate a poor person who is tested by circumstances and ignore their plight? Do we honestly feel
It is a sad reality that many will only donate when seeing a picture of a child with a distended belly due to starvation, a mom caressing a dying child or share some pity when a vulture lurks close to a starving baby, then our pockets empty in zakaah. The lives of humanity have become a movie to us, only an emotionally powerful image of distress stirs our we are acquitted from blame since they conscience, whilst we ourselves cannot are old and unemployable, uneducated lacking a varsity degree so they deserve to undergo a slight dip in our earnings and cannot tolerate any form of financial be looked down on with contempt in our difficulty. The Islamic ethos of generosity circles whilst we splash R 500 on a video game, large pretty vases for our lounges, or found in our illustrious past bears testimony show support to our rich friend’s daughter to help without discrimination. Supporting a widow, caring for orphans, helping a with lavish wedding gifts? These have businessman who is cash-strapped and become our beautiful ideals: that we will contributing to the upliftment of society in care more for our housemaids - paying general was de rigueur of the identity of them exorbitant wages to ensure our Muslims. homes are prim and proper for the next party; or for the Joneses who may stop We earnestly need to examine the manner over for tea since the housemaid is our need for keeping a standard, not the issue of our social welfare donations and rekindle the passion to assist others and of kindness or sharing of resources with live to the Prophetic dictum: “Love for your a fellow human being. So our assistance Muslim brother what you love for yourself”. to those less endowed is almost always As much as a comfortable lifestyle is for our selfish reasons rather than true cherished by ourselves, we should aspire charity which seeks no recompense other to create and share this happiness for than the pleasure of the Almighty. Yes, we are heavily taxed for what we earn and the every Ummati, this is Fidaa! Devotion and sacrifice to the Ummah and making efforts government owes the poor their due; and to alleviate difficulties of the Ummah! May corruption has brought unrest throughout the Almighty grant us all the understanding, the country but none can deny that as Muslims, our donations are accepted in the Ameen.
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ZAHSA Al Fidaa Foundation is affiliated to ZAHSA and have currently above 550 applicants who have been verified. A workshop was held in the Darul Ihsaan offices on the 16 march 2013. Alhamdullilah, major organisations were present like SANZAF, AL IMDAAD FOUNDATION, JAMIATUL ULEMA KWAZULU NATAL, IQRA as well as other bona fide organisations. With recommendations from these bodies, ZAHSA hopes to create a uniform system allowing national standards to all zakaah bodies. Please view the website at www.zahsa.org. The Al Fidaa team were instrumental in devising ZAHSA and hope that the Almighty will accept ZAHSA on a national level and that other bodies join in this initiative which will ultimately provide a comprehensive data landscape for all zakaah organisations. If all major bodies come aboard this concept, at the click of a button ZAHSA will be able to calculate the exact number of Zakaah cases in South Africa. The online program allows recipients to be searched according to area locality, income, gender and profession. Al Fidaa Foundation hopes to introduce this concept to all its branches and sister organisations to form a comprehensive overview of the Zakaah position in the Eastern Cape. cont on page 11... Al Fidaa Newsletter Issue 01 2008 - 2013 Editor: Ml Nazir Munshie Photography: Ridwaan Abrahams Photography: Muhammad Matvad Published by Oliva Design & Print Port Elizabeth DISCLAIMER: Al Fidaa’ Foundation accepts funds, zakaah only on condition that the organisation reserves the right to distribute in any avenues according to its discretion. Telephone: 041 453 1222 Email: alfidaa@telkomsa.net Page 2
MADRESSAS & MAKAATIB OPERATED BY THE AL FIDAA FOUNDATION Madressas/Makaatib are the fountains of faith. Islam’s preservation depends on these institutes to grant the skill to read the Quraan fluently and to teach the basics of Deen to our next generation. The duas learnt are necessary for salaah, Haj and practises of Islam. Attendance of children to maktabs creates an environment of Deen for their homes. Children reading to their parents, revising fiqh and lessons of Deen results in a wholesome atmosphere of Islam within the home. The system of Makaatib and madressa is a reponsibility we owe to Deen and should be foremost in the mould of a healthy Islamic society. Madressa Muhammad (Sallallahu ‘alayhi was Sallam) was our first Madressa established in Kensington, followed by Madressa Abu Bakr in Katanga. Katanga has approximately 40 Muslim families but it is so sad that the Katanga area has no Musalaa or musjid. Whilst we are quick to build musjids in affluent areas, the needy areas which are so close are completely neglected. We beseech the Muslim public to contribute generously to the building of a musjid in the area for the five daily salaah and Deeni activities. For further enquiries, please do contact the Al Fidaa office at 041 453 1222.
Madressa Shamsul Huda is our prized Madressa project with close to a hundred students. Initially it was started by the late Moulana Adam Saheb who is marhoom; we pray that this project remains a Sadaqah Jaariyah for him and all the donors involved. Thereafter it was in the capable care of Hafez Tayob Moosagie and family who took a keen interest in upholding this institute over the years. Al Fidaa now operates this Madressa which includes Hadhrat Moulana Rashied Ramlan sahib as principal and four female Mualimas. Hafiz Mustapha Lagerdien also assists with the older boys. This madressa is situated on Zimdahl Street on the property generously donated by Mr Husain Vanker Saheb, shukran jazeelan. Madressa Umar is situated in the Salt lake area and Madressa Uthmaan is situated in Bloemendaal. The Al Fidaa Taalimi board ensures that the madressas are operating smoothly with good rapport between Staff and admin. The Waterval Institute (also known as Mia’s Farm) assists in supervising the Madressas and regularly checks on all Madaaris. Twice a year the Waterval Inspectors participate in testing students and reviewing class progress so that up to date reports can be
drawn up. May Allah Ta’ala reward them well for their kind assistance and supply of books for learners. Mia’s Farm also hosted two workshops for Ustaads in Port Elizabeth at the Madressa Mansoor premises. Gifts are regularly given to students who show progress and parents are invited to the madressas to attend talks to encourage families the importance of learning Deen. We thank our donors for their financial assistance and pray the Almighty accepts our efforts for the preservation of Deen.
Madressa Muhammad SAW - Kensington
Madressa Abu Bakr - Helenvale
Madressa Umar - Salt Lake
Madressa Uthmaan - Bloemendaal
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MAKTAB FEEDING PROGRAM Many of our children come hungry to Madressa. Al Fidaa Foundation provides a simple sandwich to the learners since they are our guests and the beloved students of Deen. Approximately 70 sandwiches are made daily and distributed to the learners. The approximate cost for this project is R 4000 a month. Al Fidaa also feeds parents and children with a good meal at occasions to create love between the Ustaads and families and to share light-hearted moments with parents. Please donate your aqeeqah meat or animal to this most important project. We welcome groups to make fresh, wholesome sandwiches to be dropped off at the office before noon so that they could be distributed to our Madressa learners. For more info please contact our office at 041 453 1222.
ADULT CLASSES SKILLS CENTRE Adult Madrasa classes have begun in Helenvale, Timothy Valley, Salt Lake, Kwazakhele & New Brighton Al Fidaa Foundation is in the process of forming a team of Muallimas to run a standardised syllabus for Adults. Knowledge is power, and through knowledge only, will hearts gain faith and the conviction to change for a better Islamic lifestyle. Al Fidaa will encourage our Zakaah recipients also to attend these classes so that the necessary laws of Zakaah, Nikaah etc. can be learnt by as many people as possible at venues close to home. Efforts will be towards firstly Shaafi syllabus and insha Allah we hope
to later establish male adult classes. The syllabus will be reviewed by the Ulema to ensure that basic knowledge is learnt by participants to lead a life as a true Muslim with the correct beliefs. Poverty should not be an excuse for lack of access to Islamic learning. Al Fidaa wishes adults from disadvantaged homes to have access to an Islamic education and not to shy away from knowledge due to age. May the Almighty make this drive a success insha Allah.
Our Mission has always been to make people independent and create the spirit of entrepreneurship amongst needy people. To encourage ladies to become self reliant, a sewing course is offered
to suitable applicants at no cost. Some have progressed to advanced courses later and started simple home income businesses. To date, Al Fidaa Foundation has done completed seven batches cont on pg 4
MADRESSA MAKTAB SURVEY The Al Fidaa Team have done a detailed study of present madressas in the Nelson Mandela Metro. Our field workers visited various areas and with careful input from community members, have earmarked 17 areas which are in dire need of a maktab/madressa. These have been marked with the help of Google Maps. If any organisation wishes to open Madaaris in these areas,
please feel free to contact our offices for a copy. It is our wish that concerned individuals sponsor towards this project and help Islam stay firm by the introduction of these Makaatib. In many of these areas, houses will have to be rented as an initial start up cost. After they have become established, a Musjid/Musalaa should be erected. May Allah Ta’ala soften our hearts to establish
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these much needed makaatibs, Ameen. Our condition in Eastern Cape is worthy of forewarning. Poor Muslims in most areas do not have easy access to praying and learning venues. Yet we cast a blind eye to these local projects and donate large sums to other provinces. At times our egos become obstacles towards progress in local
projects, resulting in loss of barakah to all. The poor in our midst need our support and protection. Our wealth and time towards them will benefit our Islam. The neglect we see in so many projects in the Eastern Cape is only due to constant bickering and disunity of which the poor unfortunately suffer the consequences. May Allah Ta’ala grant us all the understanding, Ameen.
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of students ranging from areas like Gelvandale, Kwanobuhle, Malabar, New Brighton, Zwide, Veeplaas, Kwazakhele, Missionvale and Motherwell. At times, we arrange a lift to collect learners close by, from and to their homes. A computer course is also offered to applicants free of charge. Many non Muslims have attended these courses and are greatly appreciative to the skills offered to them. Al
Fidaa Foundation also offers participants daily breakfast free for the entire course and provides meals on certain days. The Skills Centre houses 12 sewing machines and twenty computers.
AL FIDAA FOUNDATION RUSSEL ROAD JAMAAT KHANA to a survey conducted, more than a thousand Muslims live in the CO-HOSTS AN ISLAMIC According Central area of town, of which many are foreigners. A Jamaat Khana was by brothers Faeez George and Faizel Fredricks. Al Fidaa FoundaDAWAH PROGRAM WITH formed tion has taken the responsibility of paying the rent and the maintenance of premises. We hope to begin a maktab soon to be of service to the Muslim ISLAM AWARENESS children in the vicinity. CENTRE Please donate towards the upkeep of the Musala or sponsor a Maktab
Teacher, may the Almighty accept all efforts towards the protection of Islam.
The Islam Awareness Centre is based at 12 Rodney Street in the city centre of Port Elizabeth. The organisation started in 2009 and has actively been promoting the beautiful concepts of Islam. Sheikh Imaan has been a long time assistant to the centre, which is supervised by the Chairperson Mr Naushad Adams. The organisation also regularly places beautiful excerpts of the Quran in local newspapers and distributes literature to the public. Any queries with regard to the centre may be directed to 082 786 3455. Al Fidaa has co-hosted Page 4
seven groups of non Muslims to the centre where the beautiful concepts of Islam were highlighted and doubts about Islam were dispelled by workshop instructors. The audience included school teachers, principals and many of the applicants who visited the Al Fidaa Skill Centre. Many thanks to the support of the Dawah centre and Moulana Yusuf Bhemath in co-ordinating workshops at the Dawah centre as well as at schools. We pray that the Islam Awareness Centre grows in strength to assist the understanding of Islam for those who search for the truth about Islam. Newsletter First Edition 2008 - 2013
FEEDING SCHEMES
Allah Ta’ala is Razaaq, and His Nourishment is 24/7 to all His creation irrespective of creed, race or status. The pious and the sinners all enjoy His aid and Allah Ta’ala prides Himself that He alone is the source of all sustenance.
Al Fidaa Foundation, in keeping with the Prophetic mission of feeding in the name of Allah to the needy, operates over forty Feeding Stations in the Eastern Cape. Below is a list of the Soup Feeding stations:
No
Project Name
Address
Suburb
Contact Person
Telephone
1
CADILLACK ST (15) SOUP KITCHEN
15 Cadillack Street
Missionvale
Latiefa Bosman
083 316 2803
2
MILLIES SOUP KITCHEN
72 Hartebees str
Helenvale
Millie Myburgh
3
O TAMBO SOUP KITCHEN
Ludwabast Str
Zwide
Evelyn Klaas
071 707 2661
4
CRIPPLE CARE
Befile Str
Kwazakele
Cikizwa Blaauw
073 122 2955
5
DESAIS XT 32
Bloemendal
Hassan Desai
082 640 2824
6
DEVERIL RD (20)SOUP KITCHEN
20 Deveril Road
Helenvale
Elizabeth Doctor
083 216 9934
7
NOXOLO CARE CENTRE
80 Mabopha Str
Zwide
Unice Ziongela
083 487 3860
8
ONE HEART SOUP KITCHEN
Kwanobuhle
Felicia Ngcume
073 161 6672
9
URANUS ST (7) SOUP KITCHEN
7 Uranus Str
Barcelona
Maria
073 765 0900
10
VOISEN RD (68a) SOUP KITCHEN
68a Voisen Rd
Gelvandale
Farieda Williams
074 629 6397
11
MOTHERWELL
38 Ngadla Str
Motherwell
Imaam Musa
083 660 3059
12
LINGE'S TOTS
Mtshiselwa Str
Kwazakele
Fezeka Gawula
082 511 7904
13
KHANYA PRE SCHOOL
110 Mondile str
Kwanobuhle
Tosame Nambika
078 234 3027
14
OLOTHANDO PRE SCHOOL
NU 29
Motherwell
Ntombensha Sinuka
078 177 3846
15
RAINBOW SOUP KITCHEN
12 3rd Avenue
Windvogel
Maggie Philander
083 355 9548
16
SIYAZONDLA SOUP KITCHEN
Squatter Camp
Walmer
Thami Nyondo
082 222 2324
17
MISSIONVALE CARE CENTRE
Tromp Rd
Missionvale
Sister Ethel
041 811 7525
18
MADRESSA UTHMAN
2 St Theresa Str
Bloemendal
Farnaaz Erasmus
19
MALLIAS SOUP KITCHEN
26 Jarman str
Schauderville
Mallia Adolph
084 250 5359
20
MOTHERWELL OUTREACH SOUP KITCHEN
Motherwell
Nomzaliso Qoko
082 706 1952
21
NONNIES SOUP KITCHEN
17 Kliprand
Kleinskool
Martha Draghoender 073 877 3223
22
JERUSALEM CARE CENTRE(Orphanage)
Kayika Str
Kwazakele
Viginia Vinqi
078 992 2925
23
DORKAS POVERTY ALEVIATION
Daku Road
Kwazakele
Esther Ngcingolo
073 195 4881
24
COEGA DOOR OF HOPE
Milner Ave
Sydenham
Gladys Pando
083 410 4323
25
NONTYATAMBO COM HEALTH CNTRE
Dunga Rd
Mdantsane EL
Vukile Maki
082 703 3282
26
MERRYVALE SCHOOL
Mangold Park
Antoinett
041 367 1957
27
MASITHANDAZE FEEDING PROJECT
2003 Stifile str
Kwazakele
Florence Mpikwe
078 085 8832
28
MASIBAMBANE S S SCHOOL
Mbilani Cres
Kwazakele
Monica Njokweni
083 598 0259
29
MADIBA VILLAGE SOUP KITCHEN
Squatter Camp
Lorraine
Piet Booysen
072 690 9481
30
MALABAR P SCHOOL
Selago cre
Malabar
Mr C J Abrahams
079 890 7012
31
MTHA WE THEMBA DAY CARE CENTRE
Walmer Loc
Vinolia Mgushelo
079 429 2625
32
HIBISCUS SOUP KITCHEN
47 Hibiscus str
Bethelsd xt31
Jamiel Shaw
071 941 2260
33
SOSAC COMM SOUP KITCHEN
Glendenning st
Schauderville
Farouk Abrahams
072 142 6119
34
MALABAR DAY CARE CENTRE
Malabar xt6
Najwa Salama
083 536 3373
35
MASILAKE CRECHE
S12-261
Veeplaas
Zoleka Ngqolombe
083 421 3298
36
EMSENGENI P. SCHOOL
Naka str
Zwide
N B Nocanda Dani
078 246 8886
37
SOSAC EDUCARE
Mpukwe str
Jacksonville
Radiah Norris
074 751 2321
38
WEST END CRIME FORUM
West End
M Agherdien
083 699 2013
39
MASAKI FEEDING SCHEME
111 Schauder |Ave
Holland Park
Helen Africa
074 714 1934
40
SAMUEL NONGONGO P SCHOOL
Harmans str
New Brighton
N E Qwazi
083 527 3150
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FEEDING OUTPATIENTS IN HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Many outpatients attend hospitals and clinics for medicine or treatment. They wait patiently in long queues from the early morning with no food being given to them. Al Fidaa Foundation, with permission from the Hospital Boards, donates a nourishing soup and bread daily from Monday to Friday to the outpatients.
No
Project Name
Address
Suburb
Contact Person
Telephone 079 666 8864
Hospitals
1
LIVINGSTONE HOSPITAL
Stanford Rd
Korsten
Fatgeya Joel
2
UITENHAGE HOSPITAL
Channer Rd
Uitenhage
Charmene Abrahams 082 653 3652
3
DORA NGINZA HOSPITAL
Spondo Rd
Zwide
Shahida Adams
078 281 4669
Clinics
1
WEST END CLINIC
Baubinia Rd
West End
Ameera Madatt
071 848 8572
2
CHATTY CLINIC
Bertram Rd
Bloemendal
Ghalima Adams
084 623 4424
3
VEEPLAAS CLINIC
Kani Str
Veeplaas
Lungelwa Msweli
076 599 0084
4
KORSTEN CLINIC (Livingston Hosp)
Stanford Rd
Korsten
Sister Snayers
083 378 1956
5
HELENVALE CLINIC
Gale Rd
Gelvandale
Mrs Cobb
079 028 7175
6
SCHAUDERVILLE CLINIC
Highfield Rd
Schauderville
Suraya Williams
082 045 8823
LETTERS OF THANKS AND APPRECIATION Asalaamu Alaikum Waraghmatullah, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Al Fidaa organisation for the most wonderful work it does feeding the poor and needy patients at West End Clinic, and other sites in the Metro. Being the pharmacist at the clinic, I have in the past year marvelled at the sterling work being done. Al Fidaa is the epitome of what an Islamic organisation should be. On a daily basis warm soup and sometimes mealies and beans are dispensed, and for many patients it’s the only warm meal for the day. It was pitiful in the past to see these people that sometimes queue from after 4 am, going home hungry. Many chronic patients came with inflated blood pressures etc, all because they could not take their medication due to not having any food at home. I have seen churches distribute at other clinics, a “sawdust” mix, and call it “soup”, once a week, with much fanfare, song and dance, whilst a dedicated Muslim group provide a nourishing meal without any hulabaloo. Brother Suleiman Haffejee is a hands on worker, as well as a daaie to the non Muslim patients. What an asset to Al Fidaa. Moulana Nazeer, you have started this organisation with tawakkul in Allah a Azza wa Jal, and today you can see the fruits.As the Khulafaa e Rasheen ( Radi”Allahu Anhum Ajmaeen) served the poor, today you follow in their mubarak footsteps. May Allah Rabbul Izzat give strength and dignity to your organisation. Ameen, ya Rabbal Alameen. Wasallaam, Adam Ebrahim.
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CARELINE 0861 000 349 Many people due to the pressures of western modern influence fall short in solving the many complex scenarios of life and often resort to magazines or friends to help sort their moments of crisis. Un-islamic advice and bad company only makes our problems worse. Al Fidaa Foundation has initiated this helpline to assist with sound Islamic solutions to real, everyday trials. Run by a panel of excellent qualified volunteers with professional experience, the helpline offers sincere advice and encouragement to persons for the sake of the Almighty.
The panel of Counsellors have had several workshops over the years with students interacting with them on an informal basis and rendering down to earth tips on leading a quality life. Workshops were held at Nasruddin High School, St Thomas High School, Woolhope High School and at YOi (Youth of Islam) events. Pamphlets and bookmarkers were also distributed.
OFFICE OPENED IN BLOEMENDAL AND INSHA ALLAH KING WILLIAMS TOWN Al Fidaa Foundation has its roots and beginnings in the office space generously bestowed by the PEMET (Port Elizabeth Muslim Educational Trust). This office space was utilized for approximately six months. Through the kind gesture of an anonymous donor, Al Fidaa Foundation took hold of a premise on 50 Standford Road, Korsten, allowing staff and visitors to focus on the core activities of the Al Fidaa Foundation. However, many of the needy were also based in areas far away from the Standford Road office. For their ease, Al Fidaa has a satellite office on 2 St. Theresa Street, Bloemendal to make the services of Al Fidaa more accessible. The office is run by a professional female counsellor. We pray that the Almighty accepts our services to humanity and many thanks to all donors for their kind assistance. A soup kitchen also operates from the office and feeding times are in the afternoons, Monday to Friday.
If any person wishes to join or has projects to suggest please do contact our offices at 041 453 1222.
METHODOLOGY OF ZAKAAH ASSISTANCE AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Many of our recipients apply at our offices for assistance. Al Fidaa Foundation has highly qualified staff that provides passionate care and advice to persons requesting assistance. Appeals are made in the form of rent, food parcels or medical assistance. Applicants are immediately recorded on our ZAHSA online program and a fieldworker follows the application with a house visit to verify the circumstances. If the applicants qualify after the house visit, then only will
the applicant be recorded as a CASE FILE on our data base. Preference is given to widows, orphans, or women with family responsibilities. Al Fidaa Foundation regularly corresponds with other organisations to verify applicant information to protect against the zakaah being distributed in the incorrect avenues. Al Fidaa Foundation does not grant assistance to males without families due to financial constraints. Males will be encouraged
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to look for employment or given support to start a business venture to attain financial security. Thus far Al Fidaa has supported applicants in the fields of plumbing, electrical security and welding courses, street vending and lawn trimming. To date, we have many success stories which only gives credence to the old age motto “give a man a fish and he has food for the day, teach him to fish and he has the skill of earning for a lifetime�.
King Williams Town is a lively town, home to many Muslim families who have great passion to assist the poor in the Eastern Cape. Many projects in the country are sponsored by the caring individuals who reside in King Williams Town and to be part of this dynamic community, Al Fidaa Foundation is in the process of establishing an office in King Williams Town. The office will be supervised by an Alim who will also stratergise welfare work in and around King Wiliams Town. This office will work closely with our East London branch, headed by Moulana Anwar Variawa (present Imam of the Town Musjid in East London).
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ESTABLISHMENT OF FIRST SOCIAL WELFARE OFFICE IN UITENHAGE BY THE SHAHEED JEEVA TRUST Uitenhage boasts the second Musjid in South Africa which was built in 1849. The town has a large amount of Muslims and through the Grace of the Almighty the Al Fidaa Foundation has assisted the Shaheed Jeeva Trust to establish the first Social Welfare Office in Uitenhage. The premise is situated in the Madressa Tus Shaheed complex on 48 Rosedale Drive. There is a qualified counsellor to attend to the needs of the community and is under the direct supervision of Moulana Shuaib Brood. Zakaah applicants will be captured on the ZAHSA online program. The office will be opened daily 8:30am to 1:00pm Mon to Friday. For more info please contact Moulana Shuaib Brood at 073 721 4847. May the Almighty reward the Shaheed Jeeva Trust for their most wonderful contribution to social welfare and may the centre be can fulfil the needs of any community, it of benefit to the community of Uitenhage, is the unity of purpose despite differencameen. es that will accomplish great tasks by few likeminded persons. This Ummah requires The Shaheed Jeeva trust will co-operate with likeminded organisations and persons broad shouldered personalities to sacrifice for the upliftment of the Ummah and in the interest of the poor and welcome projects to partner for the upliftment of the every atom of good which is done sincerely people of Uitenhage. No single organisation will move mountains of despair from the
hearts of the distressed. But only those whose hearts are filled with compassion and endowed with the pain of the Ummah will realise the urgent need to merge our capabilities and talents for the benefit of the Ummah.
VEGETABLE TUNNEL DONATION
Malabar Old Age Home Islam promises great rewards for planting crops for the benefit of creation. The seeds and fruits which are eaten by animals are also a great means of thawaab for the donors. Al Fidaa Foundation has erected Vegetable Tunnels
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Project Name Malabar Old Age Home Sakisizwe H School Ithemba Special Care Syeisi P School Ben Sinuka P School Helenvale Clinic
Woolhope Secondary School
to various institutions and Alhamdullilah the appreciation was high for donees. If any person wishes to purchase a Vegetable Tunnel to donate please contact the Al Fidaa Foundation for more information.
Area Malabar Zwide Windvogel Zwide NMMU Students Gelvandale
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AL FIDAA IN EAST LONDON AND CAPE TOWN Moulana Anwar Variawa heads the Al Fidaa relief work in East London. The following soup kitchens are present in operation: Buffalo Flats Primary School
84 greenpoint road, buffalo flats
Kusile Secondary School
Msimang street, duncan valliage
Qaqamba Secondray School
Bengu street, duncan villiage
Gompo educare center Sokhanyo day care Mzokhanyo day care Berlin day care Qongqo hospice
Biyana Drive , Gompo Town C Section Zisphunzana, Dunkan Villiage C section Zisphunzana, Dunkan Villiage Postdam, Berlin Postdam, Berlin
Mr Ismail Jogie Mr N Goss Mr Gayiza Mrs Mathole Mr Booysen (Principal) Mrs N Ndzobole Mr M.Vika Mrs Sokhanyo Mrs Mzonukhanyo Nonkulueko Mrs Thendani Mr Bantu
0437338017 0840442450 0437338515 0787042748 0437332277 0829747760 0717333534 0710757858 0727620094 0786185973
Three clinics have also been assisted in the East London area namely: Duncan Villiage Day Hospital Gompo Empelweni Clinic Nontyatyambo Community Health Center
Duncan Villiage Dunoon Road, Buffalo flats 9857 NU2, Dungia road, Mdantsane
Khan Naden Klaasen Mrs Qamba
0735854151 0437331289 0437600421
Al Fidaa Foundation also assists with zakaah parcels or other assistance throughout the year in the East London area. Al Fidaa Foundation under the auspices of Moulana Iqbal Hasan runs feeding schemes adjacent to Madaaris namely:
CAPE TOWN
1.Madressah Tul Ansaar - Tafelsig Mitchells plain 2.Madressah Minhajtaulibeen - Lentegeur Mitchells Plain 3.Madressah - Morgan village Mitchells plain 4.Madressah Jamaat Muslim – Phillipi, Mitchells Plain (location) 5.Madressah - Zolstrand 6.Madressah Miftaagulbashier – Westbank, Delft Eastridge, Mitchells Plain community feeding also operates a soup kitchen
DISASTER MANAGEMENT/ WINTER WARM PROJECTS AND DISTRIBUTION OF USED CLOTHES
Al Fidaa Foundation, due to generous donations from the public of food and clothing, are able to respond to certain emergency situations at times. Floods and shacks burnt down due to fires create great loss to people. Al Fidaa according to its means, responds with temporary food kitchens or distribute food parcels needed by such persons. However, due to financial constraints, Al Fidaa Foundation is not able to respond on a national level. Blankets are distributed in winter to our Zakaah applicants or to persons affected by unforeseen circumstancTel: 041 453 1222 Web: www.alfidaa.co.za
es. Although government is responsible for people in disaster afflicted areas one should take cognizance of the many Muslims that are also affected. Your assistance would strengthen their belief in Muslim brotherhood and unity. Remember, our walls and strong “palaces” are a protection from the elements but our charity is our protection from the trials of the Hereafter, and charity grants the Mercy of the Almighty on all in every condition. Please donate open-heartedly for these ongoing projects as a sadaqah for you and your loved ones. Page 9
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(Youth of Islam) is a branch of the Al Fidaa Foundation which structures programs for the youth. Guest speakers interact on the level of youth inspiring them through Taalim on important issues affecting their lives. Students from Woolhope Senior Secondary School and St Thomas High School have been taken out on excursions under the supervision of teachers in an Islamic environment. Farm owners were kind enough to bestow their immaculate landscapes for students to roam about and enjoy countryside experiences with Taalim and Islamic lectures. May the Almighty bless all who participated and grant each of the volunteers the best of both worlds in reward. Al Fidaa appreciates the help of volun-
teers who make all our projects successful, shukran jazeelan. Al Fidaa also hosted a very successful jalsa for young female teens at the Masjdus Saalihaat 1 Bell Road Parkside. Prizes were given and the spirit of enthusiasm was shared by all. We wish to thank the Principal and staff for their excellent assistance, shukran. Al Fidaa Foundation hosted two camps for Muslim Youth boys. A great thank you to the trustees of Musjid Taqwa and Musjid Al Aziz, for providing a venue for students to sleep over and utilise for programs. All this was due to the many hands which volunteered and we ask Allah Ta’ala to grant the greatest rewards for all those who contributed and assisted.
EDUCARE CENTRE FOR PRE SCHOOLERS IN VLAKKIE Malabar Ext 6 Al Fidaa Foundation operates an Educare centre in Ext 6 Malabar. The venue used is the Malabar Ext 6 Jamaat Khana. Classes are held daily from 9am to 1pm. Children from the age of four attend and are taught basic reading and writing alongside simple Duas and Islamic etiquette. At present we are trying to procure land for a permanent educare centre which will house the items needed for learners of the centre. These areas are infested with drug dealers and people of low morality and conduct; a rose would wither in such harsh surroundings. Our only hope is to make an effort on young hearts and grant them sound Islamic principles. We hope then to give a selected few sponsorships in worldly and Deeni avenues to uplift families from their dismal surroundings and inspire their actions with Islam and true sincere belief. These are neighbours on our doorstep who require assistance and encouragement. Al Fidaa also assists the Adolph Schauder Pre School with items of need and food assistance. Your support will be our strength to sustain the many projects of Al Fidaa Foundation.
“Please allow me to take this wonderful opportunity to sincerely thank you for all the efforts you have done.”
Ms Nomonde Mrelane (Sonwabise Com. Dev. Secretary) Page 10
“We wish to place on record our sincerest thanks and appreciation for the erecting of a Vegetable Tunnel at the Malabar Home for the Aged.” -Rozanne Moodaley (Admin Clerk)
Newsletter First Edition 2008 - 2013
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More info on ZAHSA: ZAKAAH APPLICANT HOSTING OF SOUTH AFRICA ZAHSA is the first ever online computer software program specifically designed for organisations involved in the distribution of Zakaah or monetary aid to Muslim Recipients. ZAHSA integrates the process from the initial visit of the recipient to the storage of thousands of case files, all at the click of the button, moving away from the traditional method of data capturing on paper and systematizing the process of applicants receiving help from organisations in one inclusive program saving financial and human resources. ZAHSA: INNOVATIVE FEATURES • Zakaah Organisations through ZAHSA could network with each other avoiding duplication in Zakaah distribution and in identifying Zakaah applicants who are most worthy. • At the touch of the button identify exact number of Zakaah cases in provinces and in the whole of South Africa. • Ability for Organisations producing real statistics in regards to their applicants in the fields of income, marriage/divorce, widows and medical cases. • Zakaah applicants moving to another province need not undergo the trauma of reapplication and Case files can be opened immediately. • Allows Fieldworkers to capture data on site or in the office. • Easy reference of Case Files with Data updated at the touch of a button. • Each organisations database will be private and work independently allowing Zakaah Organisations to function according to their criteria and standard. Many thanks to CODEGROUP who helped develop the software. CODEGROUP is a software developer based in Newton Park, Port Elizabeth. For more info on this dynamic company, please view their website at www.codegroup. co.za
FROM THE ZAKAAH DESK
All praises are due unto the Almighty for having granted us the opportunity to be a part of the discharging of this responsibility of Zakâh, placed upon the shoulders of the wealthy in our society. Through their commitment we were able to bring some relief to the poverty-stricken Muslims amongst us as well as those experiencing difficulties in their daily lives. • Alhamdulillâh, a highlight of our department this year was the development and introduction of the first ever online Zakâh applicant data base known as ZAHSA. The details of approximately 700 Zakâh applicants have been captured to date and it facilitates the accurate distribution of Zakâh in a systematic manner. This program has already been showcased to other major charity organizations and has been met with acceptance. • As our department deals with the discharging of Zakâh to worthy recipients, the following are examples of actual individuals that have benefitted through the Zakâh of our Muslim community: 1. An unemployed woman, 38 years old, who is a single parent with 2 children assisted with rental of R2860. 2. A divorcee, 40 years old, with 3 children - assisted with rental and electricity to the value of R2710. 3. A divorcee, 39 years old, with 2 children - contribution towards a much needed operation to the amount of R7500. 4. A divorcee, with 2 children. 1 child needs to travel to Red Cross Hospital regularly because of a medical - Al-Fidaa assists with transport costs and daily expenses in Cape Town. 5. A widow, 50 years old, with 4 kids - provided with a two-plate stove and a monthly food parcel. 6. A widow, 64 years old, with 2 kids - provided with monthly food parcels. So from the above it is evident that our Zakâh when discharged, will indeed bring some relief to those suffering some sort of hardship and difficulty and at least bring a smile to their faces. These are but a few of the many cases that are dealt with on a daily basis. So the need for the fulfilment of our Zakâh is extremely great! May Allâh Ta’âla grant us the ability to continue discharging this responsibility which constitutes a pillar of Islâm and may He maintain in us the worry and concern for those less-fortunate than us. Ameen
Zakaah Information For more information on our Zakaah distribution and to get involved by volunteering to distribute Zakaah kindly call the Al Fidaa Foundation offices on 041 453 1222 or email alfidaa@telkomsa.net
“Al Fidaa Foundation has to be encouraged for their assistance to the needy of the Eastern Cape fulfilling the Islaamic spirit of help to every person irrespective of race or culture. We hope this organisation will continue to grow and assist the needy of our beloved country.” Mr T. Ngqbayi Tel: 041 453 1222 Web: www.alfidaa.co.za
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FUTURE PROJECTS FOR LADIES AL FIDAA FOUNDATION CLASSES 1. LAND FOR AN EDUCARE CENTRE IN VLAKKIE (MALABAR EXT 6) This area has a high degree of drug abuse and unemployment. An EDUCARE centre teaching Islamic Etiquette will insha Allah assist kids growing up responsibly. We hope to further sponsor students in Deeni and academic fields to uplift the society as a whole. Please donate a land/property for this noble cause.
2. MUSJID FOR HELENVALE (KATANGA)
There are more than 40 muslim families in the Katanga area yet there is no musalaa/musjid in this area. Donate a land or property for Thawaab Jaariyah
3. 17 MADRESSAS ARE URGENTLY REQUIRED
The Al Fidaa team in conjunction with community leaders have marked seventeen areas which are in great need of a Madressa. At times a madressa is the only reminder to Muslim communities of their faith; your contribution will be revival of Deen in these areas of which the Almighty has promised abundant reward. A male Ustaad wages would be R 3000 and a female Muallima R 1500
Make your donation a Sadaqa Jaariya for you and your beloveds, an everlasting, ever secure investment for the hereafter yielding above 100 percent profits!
AL FIDAA FOUNDATION: CURRENT NEEDS 1. Al Fidaa Foundation requires substantial amounts of ZAKAAH to help those women who have households to feed and do not have employment, please do assist. A single weak person in this world would be transformed into a powerful intercessor on the Day of Qiyaamah. Please visit our offices if you require any info. 2. Zakaah to be utilised to train breadwinners with a skill so that they do not become a burden on society. To date many applicants have acquired secure income through our sponsorship programs in wielding/computer studies/ sewing/plumbing/guard etc. 3. Lillah for our present madaaris/maktab projects 4. Donation of sandwiches before noon everyday for destitute Muslim students or sponsor Zakaah to our Maktab Madressa Feeding project. 5. Lillah to purchase land for Musjids/musalaas 6. Lillah for our youth programs. Al Fidaa Foundation issues Section 18a Tax Certificates for Donations. Banking Details: AL FIDAA FOUNDATION STANDARD BANK ACC 201309351 BRANCH CODE 024210 PLEASE STATE IN REFERENCE AS ZAKAAH/LILLAH
Insha-Allah we intend embarking on a project by selecting certain ladies from various areas who are registered on our Zakâh database and empowering them with the knowledge of Deen Our first phase will entail a short course covering the basics of Islâm. The syllabus will include the following: 1. Perfecting Qur’ân recitation with Tajweed. 2. Hanafi / Shâfi’i Fiqh : Fiqhul Islaam (LMA Series) Book 1 to 3 Once students have completed the first phase, they will be evaluated and if successful they will proceed to the final phase. The final phase will deal with the Fiqhi Masâ’il in-depth and will include the following: 3. Behishti Zewar (Hanafi) 4. Tuhfatul Ikhwaan (Shâfi’i) • The courses will be conducted by the female Asâtizah of Madrasatu Banaatil Islaam. • After completion of the course, the ladies will be sent into their localities to conductclasses for the ladies there.
DONATE R3 PER DAY Send an email to alfidaa@telkomsa. net with debit as the subject to receive the debit order form and have you bank account of the aakhirah fill up.
The debit order will deduct R100 per month which is just over R3 per day. Debit orders for less than R100 can also be arranged. Please contact our offices at 041 453 1222