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FIRST UMBRELLA
ISLAMIC RETIREMENT
SCHEME
in South

F
or the first time
can now
Africa Muslims
ent fund that
Tik Survivor choose a retirem ligious
r re
conforms to thei ual and Frater
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principles. Old
2 en t have jointly
Asset Managem ging the first
collaborated in
Sharia'h compl
brin
iant retirement
.
THE PRISTINE ISLAMIC
individual groups
fund to smaller
RETIREMENT SCHEME
A s little as five members can join
the Pristine Scheme. Individual
employers can be accepted under
investment manner.

We urge all Muslim employers to

the umbrella fund arrangement.
Our First Muslim Frater Asset Management is proud to
University be part of this arrangement. Unique
features are that the Pristine fund
3 offers group life and lump-sum
disability benefits. People who are
currently in a conventional pension
funds can join Pristine with the
proviso that their employer must join
the Scheme. The Pristine fund
operates within a Sharia'h compliant
give their staff the opportunity to
engage with this product, and if
suitable they can become members.
The Pristine Scheme will operate
nationally, and is administered
through Old Mutual. The Scheme's
investments are housed in Old
Mutual's Symmetry Islamic Portfolio
and the key underlying manager is
Frater Asset Management, which
has a long experience in Sharia'h
products. We must add that the
product is regulatory 28 compliant
and meets the requirements of the
Financial Services Board
The Islamic compliance is monitored
by the Sharia'h board, which is
chaired by Mufti AK Hoosain. Mufti
Ashraf Qureishi and Mufti Achmat
Suliman are the other members.
Interested parties may call upon
their investment brokers or Frater
Asset Management for further
information also call the Pristine
Product Office at 021-5096568.

Exciting competition prizes worth R1000, in cash, to be won. The student/learner/youth that sms the
Women poem coherently and in the least amount of words can win

Benefits of Belly Dancing

1st Prize R500 cash 2nd Prize R300 cash 3RD Prize R200 cash
Sms to mobile: 084 9200096, email: imagency@webmail.co.za or fax: 27 21 697 2304 before the 15th August 2005. You may enter as many
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times as you wish. Do not forget to add your name and age. Sorry competition only for 10 23 year olds. Good Luck!

Wo m Yet, women stood together,

Fighting for justice year after year

Toady, we reap the benefits,

Countless were slaved to the bone
Even now certain women still suffer
Because of the ignorance the West project,
Our dress and scarf are mocked
A woman plays a fundamental role, in the The battle we have won, Show our Muslim women some respect!
human chain called life, The era of fear and silence,
Whether as a mother, daughter, aunt, cousin, To some extent has gone!
sister or wife Society however,
Women were considered inferior, Creates a fashionable trend,
24 Dynamic Silence prevailed in the past Rights they did not own, But the strongest women will prosper,
Due to superiority, dominance and fear Many were branded 'minor', They will succeed in the end!
Women
Zainab Vaggie (16)
6 This competition is made possible by the dedication and
commitment to the upliftment of Women by Dr Anwah Nagia
and Frater Asset Management.

GOLF IN BRIDGE TOWN

W eekend Breakfast
Consisting of: special for
MANUFACTURERS & IMPORTERS OF
ISLAMIC WEAR & EASTERN FASHIONS.
We will be hosting a Golf Day in aid of much needed funds towards the renovation
of the Masjid to cater for the ever-growing spiritual, moral, educational and

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WE CATER FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
2 eggs religious needs of the Muslim Community.
FASHIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

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2 slice pastrami
2 slices toast Venue: Mowbray Golf Course
Coffee Date: 25 September 2005
32 Hadjie Ebrahim Crescent
Athlone Industria 1 Players entry fee: R170.00 per player
P.O. Box 86 Gatesville 7764
To advertise at a hole or for further information
Tel: 021 699 1200 contact the Golf Day Co-ordinator. Haji Rashaad
Fax: 021 637 9406 Samuels on 083 9598463 or 021 637 7046
A/H 021 637 1327
21-25 Rosmead Ave, Claremont E-mail: sawant@webmail.co.za We pray that our appeal will be met with favourably and generously, inshallah.
Tel: 021 671 9020
2 Community News
Much ado about Tik By Sanaa Petersen works instantaneous with the brain. me at Grand West, Ice Rink. Once

W
e have seen or read
many scary tales about
the drug called Tik and its
destruction. And yet we still
seem drawn to this wonder.
What exactly is it that is
attracting us to something
we clearly know will
destroy us?
Crystal meth or
methamphetamine is a
white powder that is
purchased in drinking
straws. These
drinking straws are
sold in small
quantities to
encourage
affordability. It can
be easily hidden
underneath your
school collar, in the
fold of your sock, in
your ticky pocket and
just about any place.
The selling price starts
from as little as R12.00
and the "lollipop" which is
a light bulb or a glass tube,
commonly used in hospitals,
are melted and reshaped.
This lollipop is sold between R20
and R50. (The increased price
depends on your desperation.)
Tik can be used anywhere as it has
no smell and produces white smoke.
The powder is heated up to form a
liquid then smoked aka chased. Tik
The dopamine chemical in the brain
which controls your pleasurable
feelings are radically increased so in
simple terms TIK WILL LEAVE YOU
HOPPING LIKE A DELIRIOUS
RABBIT.
"Tik puts you on a high, your state
of mind is enhanced and you feel like
you can accomplish anything. You
don't feel pain", explains Sarah*.
Sarah is a 19 year old drug addict,
who has voluntarily booked herself
into the Horizons Drug Rehabilitation
Centre. "I know this is my only
chance as I don't want to go back to
the same monotonous feeling. One
hit is the same like all the thousand
before. You loose your self-respect
and you loose everything you love.
I started experimenting with dagga
when I was in Std 5 and in Std 6 I
was using ecstasy and then I
substituted it for alcohol. I cannot
blame my addiction on abusive
parents, siblings or family friends. In
fact I was raised in a loving and
structured environment. My daddy is
a principal, my mommy a nurse and
my big brother a lawyer. Education is
paramount in our house. I loved
dancing and going to clubs. I loved
the social scene and needed to keep
up with the fast lifestyle. And to keep
up with a fast paced lifestyle and still
succeed at school I needed help.
That is how I got hooked on Tik. I
didn't mind that it is made from rat
poison, cleaning materials and other
dangerous chemicals. I was only
focused on clubbing and having fun.
he is out of sight we would club our
monies together and book a room at
the City Lodge, where we could freely
smoke. The other popular hotel we
frequented was St Georges in Cape
Town. It is easy and cheap to book a
hotel room.
I needed to take Tik more
frequently and in higher doses before
I felt any effect. After a little while I
started hallucinating and when the
drug subsided I was easily irritated,
rude and aggressive. I thought I was
loosing my mind and started taking
heroin to relax me.
Thank God, my parents found out
and immediately stepped in to help
and support me. I obviously rebelled
and pretended I was in control of my
life. Things got worst and I was
diagnosed with kidney problems.
At the Horizons rehab I have learnt
the true meaning of love, self-respect
and compassion. My message to the
youth is You should not fool yourself
with drugs. It will leave scars for life
I am 19 years old and it is difficult for
me to remember and execute simple
tasks. Like the other day my mommy
asked me to bring her the
newspaper. She repeated the
request thrice and instead of giving
her the newspaper I gave her a cup.
My body is constantly hurting and
luckily, Tik has not seriously
damaged my brain cells. I have an
arduous journey ahead of me in
trying to repair the damage. By me
saying yes to drugs I have broken my
spirit."

M e e t M r & M rs C ry st a l M e th ( TI K ) When my parents went to sleep in

the evening I would use Tik to help
me study. Once, high I could
*Name has been changed

WHERE TO FIND HELP

side
I'll be with you always, right by your memorise a book and rewrite it
I destroy homes, I tear families apart, You'll give up everything, your fam ily, your home perfectly the next day. Tik can keep u Al Goenafaa (The Guidance
Centre)
I take your children and that's just the start Your money, your true friend then you
'll be alone you high for 8 hours at a time and Contact Ganief Isaacs Tel: 083
5443938
ious
I'm more valued than diamonds, more prec during the school week I was not u Al-Jaamia Welfare Services
The sorrow I bring is a sight to beho ld e to give Contact Gadija Fredericks
d I'll take and take till you have no mor allowed to go clubbing. With this
If you need me, remember, I'm easily foun When I'm finish with you, you'll be luck
y to live energy I would constantly clean my Tel: 021 703 7212
I live all around you, in school and in town a gam e room. Tik users have the cleanest u Childline Western Cape
If you try me, be warned, this is not
I live with the rich, I live with the poor insa ne room. Tik can suppress your appetite Contact Tel: 0800 055555
door If I'm given the chance, I'll drive you
I live just down the street and maybe next mind for 5 -7 days, which is why you u Horizon Drug Rehabilitation
you think I'll ravage your body; I'll control your Centre
I'm made in a lab, but not one like be mine drastically loose weight. To Contact Waleed, Mariam
I'll own you completely; your soul will
I can be made under the kitchen sink 're lying in camouflage my weight loss I used to
woods The nightmares I'll give you when you Tel: 021 396 1651
In your child's closet, and even out in the dissolve Tik in a can of Coke u Hour of Youth Centre (female
it certa inly should bed s only)
If this scares you to death, then e your head cooldrink or drink litres of Sterri
one you' ll know And the voices you'll hear from insid Contact Zoghra Kriel Tel: 021 593
1806/
I have many names, but there's ns you'll see Stumpi Milkshake, yoghurt and eat
The sweats, the shakes, and the visio lots of Rolo chocolates.
021 593 7809/072 2588613
best gifts from me u Islamic Social and Welfare
tal I want you to know these things are
I'm sure you heard of me. My name is Crys in your heart When using drugs you become so
By then it's too late, and you'll know clever and you learn to manipulate
Association (ISWA)
Meth/Tik not part
That you are now mine and we shall people. My parents used to give me
Contact Zulfa Tel: 021 696 3000/1
/2/3
always do) u Orient Drug Rehabilitation Cen
You'll regret that you tried me (they
My power is awesome; try me, you'll see pocket money and if I needed more I tre
But you come to me, not I to you used to lie and cheat to them. My (males only)
But if you do, you may never break free, a time you
You knew this would happen, many friends were all rich and my best Contact Siraaj, Imran & Yazeed
Just try me once and I won't let you go Tel: 021 703 8484
soul were told friend's father was a dealer. And
But if you try me twice, then I'll own your se to be
l and you' ll lie But you challenged my power, you cho because I was her friend I got my
When I possess you, you'll stea
just to get high bold. drugs at a cheaper price and resold it
You'll do what you have to do,
charms for a profit. With this profit I could
The crimes you'll commit for my narcotic away
you feel in my You could have said no and walked
arms buy more drugs. On Saturdays we
Will be worth the pleasures, that day ove r now , wha t would you
ll stea l from your If you could live would tell our parents we were going
You'll lie to your mother; you' ice skating and my daddy would drop
say?
dad before
you mus t feel sad My power is awesome, as I told you
When you see their tears, life and mak e it so dim and sore Pic: Mandla Mnaykama
raised I can take your
Just forget your morals, and how you were slave
ways I'll be your master and you'll be my
I'll be your conscience, I'll teach you my you whe n you got to grave!
nts from I'll even go with
I take kids from their parents; I take pare met me, wha t will you do?
their kids Now that you've
Will you try me or not? It's all up to you
I turn people from God, I separate friends ds can tell
I take everything from you, your look s and your I can show you more misery than wor
to hell.
Come take my hand, let me lead you
pride
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3

Youth Vo
Shanaaz Parker
Icosa Culinary Academy

Darul Arqam
The Minton School
of Development
Jamia tul Kudra
opened its
South Africa (IPSA)

T
ac e Un ive rs ity of
he International Pe ributing
in g of th is ye ar . W ith its vision of cont
doors at the beginn stem of Muslims, an
d entrenching an
di ng th e va lu e sy
and guar
individual. Southern
Islamic megrown
ho
Da ru l Ar qa m , Islamic College of
bo dy of dra and
IPSA is the umbrella Sc ho ol of De ve lo pment, Jamia Tul Ku
Minton ly on the
Africa (ICOSA), The ar y Ac ad em y, which focuses on
er Cu lin sation.
the Shanaaz Park SA is no t af filiated to any organi
ne nt . IP
educational compo

Abdul Waareth, 2nd year Bth

Kashiefa Fakier, 2nd year Bth
I chose to study at IPSA because it
will be beneficial to me in this world
and the hereafter.
This course is challenging and no
different from other conventional
courses. I am also studying my
BCom degree. When I have
completed my studies, I will be
skilled and educated in the Islamic
and western world.

0 6 / 1 4 2 6
HAjj 2 0 t
en
Nuraan September. I always wanted

m
Yusuf Tukule, I ‘found’ Islam while

n c e
I was reading a book on the life of to study a course that would

Ann ou the Prophet (saw). This book
sparked my interest for Islam and I
wanted to learn more. I would like
to study journalism, once I’ve
completed my degree @ IPSA.
spiritually up lift me and empower me
to be of benefit to the Ummah. I
would like to become a counselor or
lecturer of Islamic studies once I’ve
completed.

THE CREED
(Courtesy of Horizon Drug Rehabilitation Centre)
The South African Hajj & Umrah Council (SAHUC) is currently awaiting the I am here because there is no refuge,
final confirmation of our quota from the Hajj Ministry of the Kingdom of Saudi finally, from myself. Until I confront
Arabia. myself in the eyes and hearts of others,
In view of the abovementioned and during this process we want to state the
I am running.
following very categorically:
Until I suffer them to share my secrets,
1. All companies who applied to be a Hajj Operator must not advertise I have no safety from them.
their Packages for Hajj 2006/1426 Afraid to be known, I can know neither
2. Companies/Hajj operators are not allowed to take monies from Myself nor any other, I will be alone.
potential Hujjaaj. Where else but in my common ground,
3. All potential Hujjaaj must not part with their monies, if they do so Can I find such a mirror?
SAHUC will not be held responsible. The Hujjaaj who do part with Here, together, I can at last appear
money, do so at their risk. Clearly to myself, not as the giant of my
4. The Muslim community will be informed as regards to the final list of Dreams, nor the dwarf of my fears, but
MINISTRY OF HAJJ and SAHUC approved Hajj Operators in respect
As a person part of a whole, with my
of Hajj 2006/1426
5. All potential Hujjaj are urged to liaise or contact ONLY with the Share in it's purpose.
SAHUC offices in their regions or the National Office before In this ground I can take root and grow,
transacting any agreement/contract/or issuing payment for any Hajj Not alone anymore, as in death,
Packages in respect of hajj 2006/1426. But alive to myself and to others.

For further information contact Dr R Saloogee on 082 8520662 or

Ebrahim Ismail on 021 638 1137/8 Fax 021 633 2211 RICHARD BEAUVAIS
email:sahucnational@worldonline.co.za DAYTOP, Staten Island, 1965
4 Community News
The Honour of Women
in Islam
by Sanaa Petersen
Prof. Yusuf da Costa has recently launched an
inspirational book called The Honour of Women
in Islam. This book briefly and (yet) clearly
explains the status of women in Pre-Islamic
times in Arabia and Christianity. It depicts the
life of several remarkable female figures in
Islamic History including Mary mother of Jesus
and Hagar hand-maiden to Sarah. When
reading about their challenges and
perseverance in adversity one cannot contain
the overwhelming emotion of Allah's love,
mercy and honour bestowed on WOMEN.

Surprisingly, this book can be read in one sitting

and a box of tissues is mandatory, especially
when reading about the tender moment shared
between the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), his
daughter Fatima (RA) and son in-law Ali (RA).
Tears of appreciation and gratitude will be shed
when a comparison is made between the Pre
Islamic and Islamic times. One has to question ailable at
av
- Has modernity blindly pushed us into the Pre-
i s b o ok is 1 633 3409
Th 02
Islamic times? And in words of Prof. Da Costa,
- N i s a Tel: outique
" The Position of women had been hidden for a An op B
very long time and it is about time that it is and T
Pic: Yazzer Booley exposed in the public domain,”

Healthy Living
KHALOONJI
Your natural immune system booster
An analysis of the Khaloonji seed has revealed that it contains phosphates, iron Heart Disease and narrowing of the Arteries:
and carbohydrate compounds together with natural antibiotics capable of killing Drink 1/2tsp. Khaloonji oil with warm water every morning. This dissolves fats and
germs. It also contains carotene which is converted by the liver into vitamin A, well dilates veins and arteries .
known for its anti-cancer properties.
Other analysis have revealed that the seed contains potent sexual hormones, The Prophet Mohammed (may peace
stimulants, urine and bile diuretics, digestive enzymes, antacids and sedatives.
and blessings of Allah be upon Him )
Those who seek permanent health should take pure Khaloonji oil with breakfast ,
spoke of a medicine which was able to
lunch and dinner. A ½ tsp. of Khaloonjhi oil mixed with honey is the most effective.
cure all diseases except death . He
Other alternative ways to take Khalonji are: said: " Use Khaloonji seed for, indeed,
½ tsp. Khaloonji seed oil with boiled mint, it is a remedy for all diseases except
½ tsp. Khaloonji seed oil with orange juice, death".
½ tsp. Khaloonji seed oil with a cup of herbal tea
Usage of Khaloonji for different ailments

Nervous Tension: Khalonji (Nigella Sativa)

Three to Five drops of Khaloonji oil with a cup of herbal tea Common Name: Black Seed
Tibb Name: Khalonji, Thuniz
Cough and asthma:
Habitat: Arabia, Egypt India,
Rub the chest and back with warmed Khaloonji oil. Drink 1/2tsp. of oil after meals 3
Pakistan, Afghanistan
times a day
Quality: Hot and dry in
Diabetes:
second degree
Prepare a mixture of a cup of Khaloonji seed, a cup of watercress seed,
½ cup of pomegranate peel and ½ cup of barley. Grind the mixture to a powder pic Roshan Vallie
Take ½ tblsp. of the mixture together with a tsp. of Khaloonji oil daily before
breakfast for one month. Khalonji seed and Pure Khaloonji oil is available at
Shaikhs Exotics , Blomvlei Rd. , Lansdowne
Sexual Impotency:
Mix 200g of ground Khaloonji seed with 50ml. olive oil and 100g of ground
Tel. No. 021 692 1347 and
olibanum and 50ml. Khaloonji oil and 50ml. watercress oil and 200ml. pure honey. Simply Spice , shop 28 , Kenilworth Centre
Mix thoroughly and take a tblsp. after each meal. This will restore vitality. Tel. No. 021 671 2672
 Community News
Simply Finance Part 4
Dear Dr Nagia,
Why should we save?
I think there should be a natural culture of saving. Not
only to save for a 'rainy day', but for education, a home,
hajj trip and any eventuality that you might need in your
active or retired life. Most people who are formally
employed either provide for their retirement with a
pension or provident fund that is offered by the employer.
Generally, we discover that when one reaches the age of
retirement the monies are not sufficient. In addition to
our pension or provident fund we should take out a
supplementary or complimentary investment to make up
for this shortfall.
Most people should save from their disposable income.
DISPOSABLE monies left over after we paid off our
debts, namely credit cards, furniture, clothing accounts or value to the quality of life in the pre and post apartheid
a bond. It is wise to try and increase your bond
repayments. The longer your debt is outstanding the
more interest it will accrue. After paying your debts and places in organisations, which they serve. For far too
you have sufficient monies you can use that Disposable long we have perpetuated a kind of male dominance,
Income - in a carefully thought out savings option vehicle. where women cannot lead an organisation. I am the
To choose a good savings vehicle one has to use an
investment advisor who will understand your short to
long-term goals to help you decide on the appropriate
investment product for your money. You must take into
consideration your access to liquidity and your ability to pressurised to do so. It is my wish that women in
move your investments in a flexible manner.
FRATER
ASSET MANAGEMENT
INDEPENDENT ACTIVE INVESTORS
Keep Healthy
Sunrider Shines Brighter
Owing to the phenomenal success of Sunrider
products and the inability to cope with the demand
and visitations at home, Jasmine Ebrahim and
Washiella Mohamed has launched a SUNWISE
HEALTH shop at Access Park, Kenilworth (shop
C17 next to footgear) Tel: 683 8188;
Fax: 683 8788
SUNWISE HEALTH stocks the popular Sunrider
products and specific herbal medication for
health conditions such as heart disease or
kidney and liver ailments, that have been
effective and welcomed by many. They also
offer relaxing massage therapies such as Indian
Head massage, Shiatsu, Reiky and Stress
Combo. Therapies range from 25 minutes to 1
hour treatments (please phone in advance for
an appointment).
Specific Sunrider products that have spelt success
for many will be featured in Community
News.Sunrider stockists would like to emphatically
state that they do not profess to cure or diagnose,
yet by using the products as prescribed, optimal
nutritional health can be achieved! The body's five
major systems, namely circulatory; respiratory;
endocrine; immune and digestive, are
interdependent in nature to complete the circle of
life. alance determines the quality of life and the
state of balance is determined by the five major
systems. In order for the body to restore its'
complete balance, correct nourishment, exercise
and air is needed. By using Quinary the circle of
life can be in balance.
Let me hasten to add that people must understand the
cost implication of their investment if they are putting
smaller amounts on a monthly basis, as it is wiser to
invest smaller amounts in their home loans and debt
redemption. I am by no means discouraging people to
save small amounts, but I wonder if they are handling
their financial matters more cost effectively?
….ON WOMEN
One can safely say that women in South Africa, and all
over the world, are the most vulnerable and
marginalized. It is conventionally said if the mother
teaches a child, she teaches a nation. It is time that
we in South Africa celebrate our women because it is
our mothers and sisters that have added so much
eras. We hope that society, generally, and in particular
the "big" corporations elevate women to their rightful
first to accept and admit this within our various
religious practices. There are various roles for men
and women but we often implement these only when
society be afforded the status that they deserve.
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Quinary is made according to the food pyramid
containing the correct quantities of fruits;
vegetables; grains and herbs to restore full
balance in the body. It has been found to help
people who suffered strokes, underwent major
surgeries and endured menopause.
Quinary has improved mobility in strokes,
accelerated the healing process in surgeries and
women enduring menopause experienced no hot
flushes or sweating. One person who swears by it
is Yusuf Gamieldien who used Quinary after a
stroke and found it improved mobility in his hand.
Nu Plus is a rich blend of whole fruits and
vegetables packed with vitally alive nutrients which
have been carefully combined and concentrated in
powder form.It comprises 70% complex
carbohydrates, about 20% vegetable protein and
no fat. Its powerful herbal rebuilding formula has a
strong regenerating effect on the reproductive
glands; liver; pancreas; kidneys and nervous
system.
Nu Plus helps in building lean muscle tissue;
greatly improves fat metabolism and increases
stamina and energy. Athletes use it for body
building to improve performance and people
recovering from illness use it significantly. It also
promotes better use of other nutrients; reduces
cholesterol; promotes clearer thinking and heals
addictions to alcohol, cigarettes and recreational
drugs.
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by Dr Anwah Nagia & Sanaa Petersen
To help you make your money grow
call us on 021 697 5374,
fax 021 697 2304 or email:
imagency@webmail.co.za - mark
your questions for the attention:
The Editor, simply Finance
Ponderer's
Ad Blues .....
Ever noticed what lengths TV and Radio
stations will go to for ..... money.
We all know that revenue generated from
advertising "pays the rent". But should
this be at any cost? Do we not draw a line as
to what is tasteful, appealing, offensive
or insulting?
On the TV channels we SEE the extent to
what advertisers will go to in order to
promote their products using scantily
dressed women etc which are harmful to
the morality of our youth (both male and
female) and small children.
Our own two 'Muslim' radio stations also do
not appear to verify whether an "ad"
is in good or bad taste. One particular
furniture manufacturer's advert comes to
mind.
This advert features a SMALL boy declaring
how small children like to climb on
tables, cupboards etc..etc, and concludes by
demanding that furniture be bought only
from this particular manufacturer ... ending
the advert by saying that " you'll be a
real BOZO if you buy it anywhere else". Who
is this little boy addressing? Who buys
the furniture for the house? What is a
'BOZO'? (A CLOWN is commonly referred
to as 'BOZO') Then who is this child calling a
clown? Another little boy .. or?
This advert, however, is insulting the
intelligence of adults, perhaps inadvertently.
Should our (muslim) radio stations NOT first
deliberate upon adverts to determine
whether such advert meets with the criteria of
being islamically in good taste and
appealing, before looking at 'paying the rent
or the bills'.
 6 Community News
Tuan Yusuf Development Trust
(Reg: IT3435/96)
Incorporating the
Muslim Women's Federation
of Southern Africa
22 Schaapkraal Road, Schaapkraal.
P.O.Box 38090, Gatesville. 7764.
Cape Town. South Africa
Tel: +27 21 703-9977
Fax: +27 21 703-4342
tuanyusuf@telkomsa.net
T he Tuan Yusuf Development Centre in partnership with the
Department of Labour is running an 8 week skills development
project. The course consist of Basic cooking, Basic business skills
and Basic Catering.
The course attracted a
group of 24 unemployed
and unskilled women
from Heinz Park
(M/Plain), Phumlani
and Parkwood Estate.
‘Our aim is to teach the
less fortunate practical
skills so that they may
become self sufficient”,
says H Fatima Khan.
The course is
facilitated by F. Peters,
MN Dharsey and M
Abdurahman and the
graduation will be on
the 15th August,
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Here are the main benefits of belly dancing:
• Improves self confidence and self esteem
• Connects you with your femininity in an
increasingly androgynous society
• Strengthen pelvic muscles
• Prevent and relieve lower back problems
• Improve posture
• Enhance general flexibility and suppleness
• Relieve stress
The most distinguishing feature of belly dancing is
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circular, rolling, angular and vibrating movements are all
based on natural body movements and it is exactly this
that makes belly-dancing such a safe form of exercise
for people of any age.
The flowing movements of hip drops, rolls and pivots
that are done during belly dancing utilise the muscle
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working against the body they work with the body. During belly dancing, the joints and
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movements help to prevent lower back problems. It is not only the muscles in your lower
body that are exercised. Your arms and shoulders are also exercised when doing the snake-
like movements.
If you have any medical problems or are pregnant, you should consult your doctor before
attempting to belly dance. But, more importantly, belly dancing is a creative art, and every
woman brings her own experience and personality to her dance. That's where it becomes
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For the dance is also an expression
of emotion. From the ecstatic joy in
the dynamic music, through the
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and the power of the sharp hip
movements, to the pulsing drum and
the mystical veil, the moods and
motions of the belly dance reflect the
dancer's inner life and enhance her
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"With our souls and our blood, we will defend the righteous path of their religion. It is for this
you, oh Aqsa". This was the chant heard by reason that I feel honoured in writing to you.
my brothers and sisters at Feeling that amazing atmosphere at the march
the march earlier this was enough to encourage me to respond to
month. In the last issue of the question posed in your last issue. Al-Aqsa
Community News I was still bleeds. We, at the Southern most point of
deeply interested as this Africa, echo our voices and pleas of help
respected news agency across borderlines in aid of those who
posed the question that, innocently suffer at the hands of the Israelis. I
"Were we truthful in our chant am but a minor in this country yet I look up to
and if so did it help?" I am those who have the power to make a
only part of our youth in our difference. I look up to those whose voices
community yet I too stood in can be heard and opinions voiced much
the massive march through louder than a mere echo. I appeal to people
the streets of Cape Town. On like Mr Pahad who has the right to do what
this memorable day I sincerely is right and the responsibility of carrying out
felt a part of something that his duties to Islam by assisting those in
could cause a change in the need. We can easily blame the media for its
world. Many a time I read in deception in information with accordance to
this newspaper how we aim to happenings to Al-Aqsa yet we have our
empower our youth and own media, which should highlight the
encourage them to continue on truth. This is an on-going battle and what
small help we can offer whether it be by
marching or simply alerting the public by
means of media should by all means be done.
There is no oppression without resistance
Asalaam u alaykum
and as
much
resistance
we can
give, the
less
helpless
our
brothers
and sisters
in Islam will feel. An Intifada.
An "uprising". The uprising of our Muslim
community may not seem much but it is enough to give
hope to those in dire need. So in saying this I intend to
respond to your question and say we were truthful in
our chant as it did make a difference. But let it not be
that this is all we can do. Let us as a Muslim community
act on our words and do whatever we can in resisting
this enemy of Islam, the Israelis. In conclusion I leave
you with something that I wish would reach out to my
fellow Muslim youth and Insha-Allah touch their hearts.
'Arrogance in youth should never be seen as negative
but rather as a determination to help those in need.' It is
their hearts that chanted on our streets in Cape Town.
"With our souls and our blood, we will protect you, oh
Aqsa.”

Dear Editor
ions.
the opportunity to voice our opin
Thank you for granting us readers enab le each and every Muslim South
mun ity pape r will
We trust that your com
African succeed in this, As salaamu alaykum
and concern. Inshallah if you can
An opportunity voice their opinion
may Allah grant you a succesfull. Yes , Algamdullilah, Moulood celebrations have reached the end of it's tenure. Since there is no evidence from the Quran and the Sunnah it is
Heritage)'' in the also about time.
le''Moulood un Nabie (Forgotton
I would like to respond to your artic Forget the old adage of it is a "good bid'ah" because I shall relate a fatwa from Shaykhul Islam Bin Baz on this matter ,Insha-Allah.
New s.
June 2005 issue of Community
as I am no scholar It is not permissible to celebrate the birthday of the Apostle (May the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him), or anybody else. In fact, it
of the authenticity of this occasion
I do not want to debate the issue ld like to give you a view of a must be stopped, as it is an innovation in the religion. The Apostle of Allah neither celebrated it, nor commanded others to do this for himself.
debate. Rather I wou
nor am I equipped to tackle this issue with anyo ne participating in this or for any one who died before him amongst the Prophets, for his daughters his wives, or his other relatives. The rightly guided Caliphs the
t.I have no
common Muslim in the stree my life abiding to Companions of the Prophet or the successors who rightly followed them did not celebrate this event, nor did any one of the muslim scholars
avoided a lot of complication in
occasion, and Alhamdullilah I have in the centuries before.
it. They knew the Sunnah of the Prophet best, they loved him more, and followed the Shari'a better than those who came after them. If
do with ''Moulood
objection. In fact it has nothing to celebrating his birthday was a good deed, they would have done it.
So now see what is my fear and a and Islam ic government boddies are not
that our Ulem
un Nabie,'but rather the fact innovation, and that We are commanded to follow and forbidden to innovate. This is because of the perfection of the Islamic religion and the Sufficiency of what
s. Some proclaim that it is Bidha,
unified regarding their consensu are of opin ion that it is good and then you Allah and His Messenger have given us and are accepted by Ahl-al-Sunna wal-jama'at- The Muslim community of the companions and those
others
there is no place in Islam for it and for
who followed them in the best way.
you to decide
also have a third party that will tell brating
ies with our "Eid" that we are cele It is related to the prophet that he said: He who innovates something in this matter of ours that is not of it, will have it rejected. (Transmitted
Yourself. The same situation appl a and Islam ic gove rning bodies? by Al-Bukhari and Muslim). According to Muslim who reported: whoever does an act which is not in agreement with our matter, will have it
ied Ulem
separately. When will see a unif rejected. In another tradition the Prophet said: You must keep to my Sunna and of the Sunna of the rightly-guided Caliphs, cling to it firmly...
that was ordained
lie in the hands of these people, Beware of newly invented matters, for every new matter is an innovation and every innovation is misleading. He used to say in every Friday
Remember the unity of the Muslim sermon: The best discourse is the Book of Allah and the best guidance is the guidance of Muhammad the Apostle of Allah, and the worst
to them by Allah. matter is that of innovation and every innovation is misleading. Thus, these traditions contain a strong caution against innovations and a
lusion and
rnment bodies can come to a conc warning that such an act is a deviation from the right course. The Prophet warned the people of the gravity of these innovations and of their
So until our Ulema and Islamic gove bad consequences. There are many traditions adduced in this connection.
unified consensus ard with
do I think that we should go forw
Regarding this occasion then only And the Almighty has said:
celebrating this occa sion, this will only
lot of confusion on the ground and So take what the Messenger gives you, and refrain from what he prohibits you (59:7).
Because at the moment there is a ity even furh er.
com mun
split our already divided Muslim Allah, Most High said:
will benefit the Then let those beware who withstand the Messenger's order, lest some trial befall them. or a grievous Chastisement be inflicted on them
resources into other projects that
In the meantime let's put all our (24:63).
com mun ity.
entire Ummah, Muslim Allah, the Almighty said.
Ye have indeed in the Messenger of Allah an excellent exempler for him who hopes in Allah and the final day, and who remember Allah

o f H o p e
much. (33:21)

a M e s s a g e
And Allah, the Almighty said:
This day have I perfected your religion for you, completed My favour upon you and have chosen for you Islam as your religion (5:3). This
verse decisively indicates that the Almighty Allah has completed the religion for this Ummah, and has showered His blessings on them.
His Prophet passed away only after he had imparted the complete message of Allah to the Ummah as well as his legislations concerning
by Hadji Fatima Khan sayings and deeds. He also stressed that all things invented by people and then attributed to the religion of Islam are innovations and to be
rejected, even if their inventors did so in good faith.
Comforting words from the Greatest Gift to Humanity…
THE GLORIOUS QURAN: It is established that the Companions of the Prophet and the righteous successors after them warned the people against innovations as they add
to Islam and legislate what is not permitted by Allah, in line with the enemies of Allah such as the Jews and the Christians who added to their
S 16-v97. "Whosoever does right, whether male or female and is a believer, truly we shall religion and innovated what was not allowed by Allah. Moreover, to admit innovation in Islam is incomplete and imperfect. Such a belief is
quicken with good life and we shall pay them a recompense according to the best of what not only an evil but contradicts the following verse: This day have I perfected your religion for you. And the sayings of the Prophet which
they do.” warn us against innovations.

After having observed so many inhumane practices carried out against women and girl
children throughout the world including Africa, Europe and America amongst men of all
faiths and cultures, one cannot begin to imagine the need of wanting to cry out aloud for
justice.
COMFORTING WORDS:
The Quran is the Greatest Gift of Allah to the Whole of Humanity, and its wisdom is of a
unique kind. Briefly stated, the purpose of the Quran is to guard the previous revelations
and restore the eternal TRUTH of Allah, to guide the entire human race to the straight
path.
Men and women are showered with equal status and honour. They are equally responsible
for the well being of our sons and daughters, who will become the future parents of the
world
BACK TO OUR ROOTS:
Rasu-lullah (SAW) prophesied about the last days and foretold that forgetfulness will
overcome the ummah and that they will turn to disbelief in vast numbers.
This will be one of the signs of Qiyaamah nearing upon the human race. The Holy Book
offers clear, logical and completely viable suggestions for contemporary reform if applied
with total devotion and sincerity.
To celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Prophet and the others, means that the Religion is not perfected by Allaah (the Glorious, the
Almighty) for this Ummah, and the Apostle did not impart to the people what was necessary regarding their religious duties, till these late
ones appeared and invented in the religion what is not permitted by Allah, thinking that this would bring them nearer to Allah.
Undoubtedly, this is a great danger and is tantamount to criticzing Allah the Almighty and the Prophet (Peace be upon him): whereas Allah the
Almighty has already completed the religion and perfected His grace, and the Prophet (peace be upon him) has conveyed the message openly
and informed the Ummah of all such ways that will lead them to the Paradise and save them from Hell-fire.
It is authentically reported that the Messenger of Allah has said: Beware of extravagance in the Religion: It has caused the people before you
to perish. He also said: Do not lavish praise on me as the Christians did with the son of Maryam. I am just a bondman. So Simply say: The
bondman of Allah and His Messenger (Transmitted by Bukhari). It is curious to note that a great many people paritcipate most actively in
these celebrations and defend them vehemently, while they sit back from attending the obligatory forms of worship such as daily and Friday
prayers. They are not even ashamed of this, nor do they realize that they are committing a great evil.
Undoubtedly, this shows the weakness of their faith, their short-sightedness, and the deeply ingrained rust on their hearts because of sins and
disobedience. We ask Allah's protection for us and for all the Muslims
And May Allah Shower His blessings and mercy upon our prophet Muhammad, his posterity and his Companions.
ABDUL AZIZ BIN ABDULLAH BIN BAZ
GENERAL PRESIDENT,
siem
THE PRESIDENCY OF ISLAMIC RESEARCH, IFTA, DAWA AND INSTRUCTION.
M.F. Kas
Was salaam

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A lgamdullilaah, all praise be to Allah (swt) who protected me in my
journey and granted me all that I have.
On June 25, 2005 I left for New York to participate in the 'FACE TO FACE'
INTERFAITH YOUTH CAMP.
Leaving my family behind was something very new to me. In fact,
everything I did for the following 2 weeks was a first. My departure was an
emotional one for my family and friends. This was the beginning of my
independence. I was ready to pick up the pebbles of my future.
After an 18 hour long flight and a 2 hour bus drive we arrived at our camp
site. I was very nervous as I did not know what to expect. We were
PALESTINE
CRISIS APPEAL
The absolute horror that has befallen innocent men, women
and children in Palestine needs no introduction.
Israel's destruction of Palestine homes has been
condemned as 'war crimes' leaving tens of thousands
homeless.
To add to their misery, two out of three families in Gaza
live below the poverty line. That's more than 600,000
people in Gaza alone facing real hunger. A third of all
Palestinians killed are children, and all this is enough to tell
us that Muslims and all caring people everywhere have a
duty to help the suffering people in Palestine.
Muslim Hands would like to inform you that the "CRISIS IN
PALESTINE" Appeal is now in full swing and calls upon you
to once again unite for our brothers & sisters in Palestine. Your
help is desperately needed now, more that ever before.
For further details call Muslim Hands on 633 6413 or log on to
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During the past two weeks of dialogue with the 60 participants I realised that
irrespective of whether we are Muslim, Christian or Jewish. We all are
special. And by honestly communicating with each other all those past
stereotyped barriers between faiths were broken down , feelings of extreme
hate turned into love, misunderstanding and confusion was turned into
respect. The most rewarding memory of the camp was to 'lead' solaah for 2
Muslim girls who had never had the opportunity before.
Having been through this camp, I have a new and more positive outlook on
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