Imamat News
Prince Hussain focuses on ocean conservation at COP28
22 December 2023
Through a combination of art and advocacy, Prince Hussain’s involvement at the UN Climate Conference inspired collective action in the face of climate change, and reinforced the role of creativity in driving positive change for our planet.
Prince Rahim and AKDN leaders attend COP28
7 December 2023
Prince Rahim and leaders from the Aga Khan Development Network are attending the 28th UN Climate Conference (COP28) this week in Dubai. Their presence underscores the Ismaili Imamat’s commitment to protecting the environment and fostering sustainable solutions to the climate crisis.
Prince Rahim attends the 6th annual Paris Peace Forum
10 November 2023
Prince Rahim attended the Paris Peace Forum at Palais Brongniart yesterday, and participated alongside world leaders and change makers to help build a more peaceful world.
University of Michigan welcomes AKU delegation to Ann Arbor
31 October 2023
The University of Michigan (U-M) this week welcomed Princess Zahra and representatives from Aga Khan University (AKU) campuses in Pakistan and Kenya. Senior leadership from both universities signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand ongoing collaboration.
Video: The Ismaili Update - Ismaili Center Houston
23 October 2023
Join host Zainne Saleh for the latest episode of The Ismaili Update featuring a significant milestone for the Ismaili Center Houston and a special honor for Mawlana Hazar Imam! See exclusive highlights as Prince Amyn attends a luncheon to recognise Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, accepts the Key to the City of Houston on behalf of Mawlana Hazar Imam, and participates in a Topping Out ceremony for the Ismaili Center.
Mawlana Hazar Imam honored with the Key to the City of Houston
22 October 2023
The Ismaili Center Houston achieved a significant milestone today with a special ‘topping out’ ceremony attended by Prince Amyn and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner.
Prince Rahim and His Holiness Pope Francis meet in Portugal
4 August 2023
Prince Rahim yesterday met His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day, a week-long religious and cultural event established by the Catholic Church to bring together young people from around the world.
Video: Imamat Day reception hosted at Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat
11 July 2023
Members of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s family welcomed President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and other senior leaders to commemorate Imamat Day at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon on 11 July 2023.
Imamat Day reception hosted at Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat
11 July 2023
Members of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s family welcomed President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and other senior leaders to commemorate Imamat Day at the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat in Lisbon.
Prince Rahim meets with French Interior Minister in Paris
21 June 2023
France’s Minister of the Interior and overseas territories, Gérald Darmanin, received Prince Rahim yesterday for discussions on the collaboration between France and the Ismaili Imamat. Thereafter, Mr Darmanin presided over a ceremony to bestow the Legion d’honneur upon Shamir Samdjee, President of the Ismaili Council for France, in recognition of the Ismaili Imamat and Ismaili community’s longstanding contributions to France.
UCA graduates poised to make impact in Central Asia and beyond
15 June 2023
Amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Naryn and Khorog, the University of Central Asia's Class of 2023 were honoured for their achievements today at a special convocation ceremony attended by Princess Zahra, who shared a message from Mawlana Hazar Imam.
Princess Zahra arrives in Naryn ahead of UCA Convocation
14 June 2023
Today, as final preparations for the University of Central Asia (UCA)’s upcoming convocation ceremony were under way, Princess Zahra met with government officials in Bishkek, and with students and the UCA Board of Trustees in Naryn.
