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The Dawoodi Bohras are a Muslim community living in over 40 countries across the world. Followers of their leader, His Holiness Dr Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin ^TUS, Bohras are generally well educated, business people and qualified professionals in various fields. With a distinctive culture, they strive to embrace modernity while staying true to their traditions and continue to be active, peaceful and law abiding citizens dedicated to the betterment of all humanity.

Rasāʾil Ikhwān al-Safāʾ

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In Focus

World Food Day 2020 Activities

Bohra communities across the world celebrated World Food Day by feeding the hungry and creating awareness.

October 18, 2020

In Focus Feature

The Holy Kaaba a Brief History

August 4, 2020

A look at the history of the holy Kaaba through the ages.

In Focus Feature

The Eloquent Word

July 18, 2020

This is the first in a series of posts which aim to translate the eloquent and wisdom filled addresses of His Holiness Dr Syedna Taher Saifuddin to various audiences throughout his illustrious life.

Syedna Inaugurates Masjid Extensio...

Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin inaugurated the newly extended Masjid al-Fatimeen in Sharjah.

February 19, 2020

The Dai al-Mutlaq

Syedna Visits Pune

Syedna Saifuddin visits Pune to deliver a sermon commemorating the death anniversary of Moulatuna Fatema al-Zahra.

January 13, 2020

Health care

Syedna Contributes to National Kid...

His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin contributed towards Sri Lanka's National Kidney Fund

September 19, 2019

Project Rise

Striving to uplift

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Project Rise

Bohras in Dubai Distribute Sweets Among Labourers

November 17, 2020

Community members in Dubai joined the Indian Consulate General in distributing sweets among labourers during the festive season.

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Project Rise

Bringing Water to a Special Needs School in Tanzan...

November 9, 2020

Community members in Tanga donated a borehole to Pongwe Primary School for underprivileged children.

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Project Rise

Bohras in McKinney Partner with Food Pantry to Fee...

October 30, 2020

Community members partnered with a local food pantry in Mckinney to feed the hungry on World Food Day.

Bohras in Sri Lanka Aid in the Rescue of More than Hundred Beached Whales

November 4, 2020

A group of community members in Sri Lanka who specialise in boating and recreational automotive equipment were called by the navy to aid in the rescue of more than a hundred beached whales.

EducationOctober 16, 2020

Students Take Up The Fight Against Hunger

Students from the MSB chain of schools take up the cause of fighting against hunger.

UncategorizedOctober 16, 2020

How Community Volunteers Strived to Feed the Hungry D...

The community's Burhani Guards task force volunteered their services to supply food to those in need throughout the lockdown period.

UncategorizedOctober 16, 2020

Community Members Vow to Feed Hungry for 365 Days Str...

Community volunteers who have been engaged in feeding the hungry throughout the pandemic vow to keep doing so for 365 more days

Social initiativesOctober 15, 2020

Celebrating the Bohra Community Kitchen and its Effor...

The community kitchen continues to strive towards its goal of eliminating hunger especially during the pandemic.

Life is Like a Box of Chocolates

November 13, 2020

H Yusufali shares his thoughts about diabetes and how it has affected those closest to him.

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Lockdown Learnings and the New Normal

Blogs October 21, 2020

Naqiya Mufaddal shares what her lockdown experience has been like and what she has learnt from it.

The Bohra New Year’s Eve Feast

Blogs August 18, 2020

A look at how the Dawoodi Bohra community ushers in the new year.

Burhani College: Fifty Years o...

Features November 17, 2020

This year Burhani College celebrates fifty years of dedicated service to the cause of educating young minds.

Hasnain Karimi Crowned Mr Aust...

Features November 9, 2020

Hasnain Vali Karimi, a Bohra community member in Sydney, won this year's Mr Australia competition.

A Fruitful Alternative to Qat

Features October 24, 2020

Community farmers in Yemen are reaping the benefits of uprooting Qat from their farms and opting for more sustainable crops such as coffee.

The Art of Food Miniaturisatio...

Features October 19, 2020

Alifya Zakiuddin is an artist in Bahrain who makes realistic miniaturised food dishes from polymer.

Covid Safety Drive in Dubai

October 9, 2020

Community members in Dubai visited shops and places of business to assess and advise on Covid-19 safety measures.

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Ashara Mubaraka

Dawoodi Bohras Observe Ashara Mubar...

August 17, 2020

Bohras to observer Ashara Mubaraka from home this year in keeping with Government guidelines.

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COVID19

Bohras Support Irving School Founda...

July 17, 2020

Community members in Dallas, Texas have been engaged in a wide range of activities to help reduce the impact of Covid-19

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Social Media

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India in Kenya@IndiainKenya·

19 Nov 1329475510771077123

HC Dr Virander Paul received senior faculty &associates from Nairobi campus of Aljamea-tus-Saifiyah, a premier educational institute of Dawoodi Bohra community, headquartered in Surat, and assured continued support of Mission. Also occasion to exchange greetings of festive season

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The Dawoodi Bohras of the Middle East @Bohras_MEast·

18 Nov 1328943609794736131

The @Dawoodi_Bohras of Oman express our most sincere wishes and gratitude to HM Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq and the people of #Oman on the occasion of the 50th National Day of the Renaissance.🇴🇲

#عمان_تحتفي_باليوم_الوطني
#العيد_الوطني_50

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The Dawoodi Bohras @Dawoodi_Bohras·

14 Nov 1327571971861667840

With an aim to #BuildBackBetter, our @ProjectRiseDB volunteers in #Nairobi planted 500+ trees on the sides of Langata highway. The drive was attended by Dy. County Commissioner Henry Ochako.
This is one of the many environmental initiatives by @Bohras_Africa.

@UNEP #ForNature

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The Dawoodi Bohras @Dawoodi_Bohras·

14 Nov 1327548484015124481

We wish all those celebrating the #FestivalofLights this year in #India and across the world a joyous and safe festive season, and a prosperous new year. #Diwali2020

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The Dawoodi Bohras @Dawoodi_Bohras·

14 Nov 1327506555479048193

The adage 'Prevention is better than cure' rings true to Huzaifa Yusufali of #Leicester as he reflects on the changes brought about by a 'Diabetes Walk' he participated in.
#WorldDiabetesDay
@WDD @DiabetesUK.