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When Turkey Banned the Arabic Adhan
For many years, Turkish Muslims were called to prayer not in the way the Prophet (saw) and his companions were, but in a Turkish translation. More
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The Anti-Colonial Freedom Fighter Who Became an International Hero
He was an enemy of France, who later became an internationally recognised hero. More
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This Imam Died Fighting Racism
This Imam was an anti-racism campaigner in apartheid South Africa and he paid for it with his life. More
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Did African Muslims Reach America Before Columbus?
You may have heard of Mansa Musa. He is widely known as one of the richest men to have ever lived and was King of the Mali Empire. He is famous for his legendary journey from Mali to Makkah. But, did you know that Mansa Musa’s brother is said to have made an equally legendary […] More
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The Sankoré University of Timbuktu
600 years ago, the Sankoré University of Timbuktu, Mali was teaching a level of maths equivalent to Sorbonne University’s second-year degree programme today. More
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The Secret Muslim Plot to Overthrow the British in India
Maulana Ubaidullah had been caught with letters revealing a plot to overthrow the British Empire. More
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Who was Osman Gazi?
He built the foundations of an Islamic empire that would expand over 3 continents and rule for more than 600 years. More
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Why Did Britain Organise Hajj Packages in 1886?
Inseparable from Britain’s regulation of the Hajj was its desire to exert authority and surveillance over its Muslim subjects. More
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Who was Omar al-Mukhtar? – The Lion of the Desert
On this day, Omar al-Mukhtar was martyred. He heroically led the resistance against Italian colonisation in Libya and is one of the greatest freedom fighters of the last century. More
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Arrested for Hijab: Who was Şule Yüksel Şenler?
Şule Yüksel Şenler was a leading figure in the revival of the Hijab in Turkey who was imprisoned for defending Islam.
She was sued, charged and jailed for 9 months… but it didn’t stop her. More
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Did This Mushaf Belong to Uthman Ibn Affan?
The Mushaf which is kept in a mosque in Uzbekistan is said to have belonged to the Prophet’s (saw) companion and the third caliph Uthman ibn Affan (ra). More
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Ibn Battuta’s Journey to Hajj
He set out for Hajj in 1325. He then explored the world for 29 years, covering more than 75,000 miles and visiting around 44 modern-day countries. His name was Ibn Battuta. More
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