Garissa residents and leaders mourn Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool
Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool passed away on Monday morning. Preparations are currently underway for his burial at Lang’ata Cemetery in Nairobi.
Garissa residents and leaders are mourning the death of Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool, a renowned philanthropist who devoted his life to serving orphans and the less fortunate.
He was the founder of the Garissa Young Muslim Children's Home and associated schools.
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Sheikh Abdisalam Mohamed, a religious leader in Garissa and former manager at the Garissa Young Muslim Centre, confirmed the Sheikh’s passing. He described Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool as a devoted humanitarian who committed his life to the service of orphans, the poor, and the needy in his capacity as an Islamic scholar, having been seconded to the Young Muslim Association in 1972.
“Sheikh Moti was instrumental in the remarkable growth and development of the Young Muslim Centre and its schools in Garissa, where thousands of children received both Islamic and secular education and care over the past five decades,” Sheikh Abdisalam said.
“He leaves behind a legacy of enormous human capital that has had an impact not only in Kenya but beyond,” he added.
Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool passed away on Monday morning. Preparations are currently underway for his burial at Lang’ata Cemetery in Nairobi.
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama also paid tribute, saying the late Sheikh had made a significant positive impact on the lives of many orphans through the establishment of the Young Muslim Association.
“All those who knew him closely will remember him as a humble man and a lifelong example of tolerance, leadership, wisdom, and a selfless struggle for the sake of others,” said the Governor.
Hassan Mohamud, an accountant in Garissa who was raised at the orphanage, expressed his condolences and appreciation.
“He was like a father to us. He supported thousands of orphaned children, many of whom are now professionals serving across Kenya and beyond. Our prayers are with him and his family,” he said.
Sheikh Moti-Ur-Rasool established the Young Muslim Children's Home in 1969 to support orphans, offering humanitarian aid including emergency relief, food distribution, and long-term water solutions.
He also championed numerous community development initiatives, including education, youth empowerment, vocational training, women’s advancement, shelter provision, and girls’ support, with a particular focus on education and menstrual hygiene.
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