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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.
As we eagerly anticipate a thrilling adventure next summer, The Ismaili is pleased to present the official Global Encounters Festival song, “Dubai let’s go.” This incredible music video was created by talented musicians, vocalists, dancers, and choreographers of different ages from 11 countries, while the song features lines in English, Farsi, Arabic, and Hindi. Whether you’re planning to attend the festival in person or watch along from home — come on, let's go to Dubai!
The moment we’ve been waiting for is finally here! After months of anticipation and suspense, we are thrilled to announce the location city for the Global Encounters Festival 2024! From world-ranking championship events to themed showcases, get ready to immerse yourselves in breathtaking landscapes and rich culture and heritage. Prepare to have your senses captivated by the fusion of tradition and innovation that defines this remarkable location!
Join us for The Ismaili Update: Lisboa 25! See exclusive highlights as Prince Amyn, Prince Rahim, and Prince Aly Muhammad joined guests to celebrate a momentous occasion — 25 years of The Ismaili Centre Lisbon. At the event, President Marcelo honoured The Ismaili Centre by awarded the building with the Portuguese Order of Merit.
Join us for a special Imamat Day edition of The Ismaili Update with hosts Noorin Gulamgaus and Alina Dhrolia, on the 66th anniversary of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s accession to the Ismaili Imamat. Learn more about events happening later this week to celebrate 25 years of the Ismaili Centre Lisbon, and don’t miss a special message from artists and athletes about the upcoming Global Encounters Festival!
When did it all start, and how did it begin? See and hear the full story of the Ismaili Centre Lisbon, including highlights, special moments, and exclusive footage collected over several decades. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, join us for an in-depth reflection on what the Centre has meant in the lives of the Jamat and the wider community in Portugal and beyond.
When did it all start, and how did it begin? See and hear the full story of the Ismaili Centre Lisbon, including highlights, special moments, and exclusive footage collected over several decades. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, join us for an in-depth reflection on what the Centre has meant in the lives of the Jamat and the wider community in Portugal and beyond.
Join us from Naryn and Khorog for the third and final episode of The Ismaili Update: University of Central Asia. Follow along as we share highlights from yesterday's convocation ceremony with our hosts Sabrina and Assylbek.
Join us from Naryn and Khorog for the second episode of The Ismaili Update: University of Central Asia. Follow along as Princess Zahra and her children, Sara and Iliyan, arrive in Naryn to meet with UCA students, staff, and guests ahead of tomorrow’s convocation. Also, get a behind-the-scenes look at UCA Student Awards Night, where students were recognised for outstanding achievements during their time at the University. Don't forget to tune in to The Ismaili TV to watch a livestream of the big ceremony in just a few hours!
Join us from #Naryn and #Khorog for the first episode of The #Ismaili Update: University of Central Asia. Get to know our hosts Sabrina and Assylbek who will share their firsthand experiences at UCA. Also get a behind-the-scenes look at preparations taking place for the UCA convocation ceremony, which will take place this Friday and will be attended by Princess Zahra. Don't forget to tune in to The Ismaili TV to watch a livestream of the ceremony!
In an exclusive interview for The Ismaili TV, Prince Hussain walks us through his captivating underwater photography exhibition, The Living Sea - Fragile Beauty. He speaks about the beauty and vulnerability of the oceans and also shares personal stories from his marine photography excursions.
Join us from France for The Ismaili Update: Chantilly, including highlights of the special ceremony yesterday in which the French authorities honoured Mawlana Hazar Imam’s commitment to the town of Chantilly. Prince Amyn represented Hazar Imam at the event, accompanied by Princess Zahra, Prince Hussain, Prince Aly Muhammad, and Hazar Imam’s grandson, Iliyan.
Join us from Toronto for the second episode of The Ismaili Update: The Living Sea - Fragile Beauty, featuring exclusive clips from Prince Hussain and Princess Fareen’s visit to the Aga Khan Museum; the Ismaili Centre, Toronto; and the University of Waterloo.
Dr. Samantha Green, Afzal Sovani, Jon Lomow, and Rehana Rajabali discuss the impact of climate change as seen from the lens of health, agriculture, and infrastructure. This program was held on April 26, 2023, at the Ismaili Centre Toronto and was presented in partnership with the Aga Khan Museum and Aga Khan Park.
The fourth and final episode of The Ismaili Update: East Africa features highlights from the commencement ceremony of the Aga Khan University campus in #Kampala,#Uganda. At the event, Princess Zahra and the First Lady of Uganda expressed their hopes for what the ambitious project will mean for the lives of people in East Africa.
The Pearl of Africa for episode three of The Ismaili Update: East Africa. Host Mohsina Pirani takes us behind-the-scenes ahead of tomorrow’s commencement ceremony for the upcoming Aga Khan University campus in Kampala, Uganda.
The Ismaili Update with exclusive coverage of the inauguration of the Aga Khan Polyclinic in Stone Town #Zanzibar. This episode features the opening ceremony of the ultra-modern health clinic along with speeches from Princess Zahra and First Lady of Zanzibar, Her Excellency Mariam Mwinyi.
AgaKhan Polyclinic. In this episode, host Shamya Jaffer walks through the narrow streets of Stone Town with Dr Farouk Topan, who shares the story of the city’s Old #Dispensary and recounts the history of the Jamat in this part of the world.
Dr. Gijs Walraven, Director for Health at AKDN, recounts the history of the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) and its work to improve healthcare in developing populations and explains how its principles are put into practice. "In Conversation" is a collection of hosted interviews produced especially for The Ismaili TV. AKD-045
In a special interview for The Ismaili TV, Michael Kocher, General Manager of the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) speaks about the complex and multigenerational issues of poverty and lack of inclusivity. He shares examples of the work AKF is doing in 18 countries to improve the quality of life in an equitable and sustainable way. AKD-044
Enjoy a powerful collaborative performance between Montreal-based author, poet, and spoken word artist Tawhida Tanya Evanson and musician Pooria Pournazeri at the Aga Khan Museum. Go behind the scenes with Curator Dr. Michael Chagnon and take a look at a page from a 15th-century book of poetry containing the compiled poems of the Timurid sultan Hosayn Bayqara. Watch the final part of Healing Rhythms, a four-part series from early 2022 that marked Black History Month and the rich cultural diversity of Toronto.