Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims Stories

SUPKEM refutes claims linking Huruma mosque to affordable housing project
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

SUPKEM clarified that it has partnered with development stakeholders to construct modern income-generating infrastructure on a section of the property...

Nigeria dismisses US claims about prosecution of Christians
DW News  |  Nov 06, 2025

Nigeria said that its designation as a violator of religious freedom by the United States was "fundamentally misinformed." The African nation asserts...

Kenyan Muslims plant 10,000 trees at Uhuru Park in solidarity with Palestine
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 02, 2025

UNICEF reports that at least 61,000 children have been killed or maimed in Gaza during this period — an average of one child affected every 17 minutes...

Atlas Copco engages Nairobi’s Muslim community to showcase industrial solutions
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 29, 2025

Participants gained insights into solutions that power construction, manufacturing, and healthcare industries across Kenya.

Mali shuts schools for two weeks amid fuel shortage triggered by militants
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 27, 2025

Education Minister Amadou Sy Savane said the two-week closure was unavoidable, citing severe fuel shortages that have made it impossible for teachers...

Kenyan Muslims mark one year of humanitarian support for Gaza with major Nairobi event
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 26, 2025

During the event, the National Muslim Leaders Forum (NAMLEF) screened several videos highlighting how aid contributions from Kenyans have been distrib...

Religious leaders reject state bid to regulate faith-based groups, cite threat to worship freedom
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 26, 2025

The draft proposal seeks to establish a Religious Affairs Commission under a new statutory framework to oversee religious institutions.

Ex-President of Ethiopian Islamic Affairs Supreme Council, Grand Mufti Haji Umar Idris, is dead
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 19, 2025

The Council said the funeral will be conducted at the state level in accordance with Islamic rites, and that more details will be announced soon. The...

Lamu becomes first county to introduce digital mental health training
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 13, 2025

Lamu faces a growing mental health burden worsened by drug abuse, insecurity and poverty.

UK police probe suspected arson and hate crime at Peacehaven Mosque in East Sussex
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 05, 2025

According to early reports from mosque officials, two individuals wearing balaclavas were seen approaching the building shortly before the fire began.

Kenyans unite against Gaza genocide, call for Israel boycott at Uhuru Park protest
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 21, 2025

The event brought together Islamic scholars, political leaders, imams from across the country, civil society leaders, and members of the public, all e...

Kenya declares Muslim Brotherhood, Hizb ur Tahrir terrorist groups in major security crackdown
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 21, 2025

Kenya’s decision to proscribe both groups reflects broader security priorities—particularly preventing the spread of extremist ideologies and blocking...

Muslim ritual meets Swahili culture at Kenya’s unique annual Maulidi festival
The Conversation  |  Sep 15, 2025

Visitors flock to the celebration from Europe, America, Tanzania, Somalia, the Saudi Arabian Peninsula, and numerous towns, villages, and islands alon...

Section of SUPKEM members demand fresh elections amid protests over leadership
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

For the past two weeks, demonstrators have gathered at SUPKEM headquarters in Nairobi, expressing frustration over what they describe as a one-man sho...

Tana River residents rage after 47-year-old man killed by elephant, MUHURI blames KWS
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 10, 2025

According to MUHURI, Muhamed was chased to the river and killed on the spot around 3 pm on Monday in what residents described as a horrifying and prev...

The cultural story behind Muslim men’s headwear and its global fashion influence
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 07, 2025

In Muslim communities worldwide, men’s headwear such as the kufi, taqiyah, and ghutra reflects this blend of tradition and style.

Halal business forum in Nairobi sets roadmap for expanding trade in East Africa
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 27, 2025

The forum, held under the theme “Halal Science, Innovation and Industry”, aimed to provide knowledge, foster innovation, and expand trade opportunitie...

MUHURI files complaint over alleged police assault on rights officer
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 05, 2025

Francis Auma, who serves as MUHURI’s Rapid Response Officer, claims he was attacked while at the airport shortly after dropping off a colleague.

The Muslim world has been strong on rhetoric, short on action over Gaza and Afghanistan
The Conversation  |  Aug 05, 2025

For example, the OIC has failed to persuade Israel’s neighbouring states – Egypt and Jordan, in particular – to open their border crossings to allow h...

Hajj pilgrims warned against using unauthorised agents to avoid fraud
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 04, 2025

They emphasised that the council is the only legally mandated institution to coordinate the pilgrimage, adding that individuals or agencies operating...

City Hall secures 150 acres to ease Lang'ata Cemetery burial space crisis
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 23, 2025

The county has secured 100 acres at Kamiti Prison and an additional 50 acres at Embakasi Garrison to ease pressure on the overstretched Lang’ata Cemet...

Somali-American Senator Omar Fateh wins DFL endorsement for Minneapolis mayor
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 20, 2025

The endorsement now positions Omar as the official DFL candidate, giving him a crucial boost in the upcoming mayoral race scheduled for November 4, 20...

UK-based Muslim Charity donates Sh129 million to combat human trafficking
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 18, 2025

This collaboration marks the first formal partnership the Philanthropy Fund has secured under IOM since its launch earlier this year, aiming to harnes...

Ride for humanity: UK Muslim bikers bring life-changing aid to Kenya’s most underserved regions
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 13, 2025

The initiative will culminate in a public celebration on Sunday, July 13, at Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa, where local communities, government off...

MUHURI accuses state of intimidation after Mombasa activists summoned over June 25 protests
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 06, 2025

According to MUHURI, the officers accused the activists of "mobilising youth" and “radicalising” protesters, branding them a threat to state security.

Break-in at MUHURI Lamu office sparks fears of intimidation ahead of planned protest
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 22, 2025

In a statement, MUHURI said unknown individuals broke into the office through the rooftop in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Tanzania seeks dialogue with US over potential travel ban
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 18, 2025

Reports indicate that the draft list of countries being considered for travel restrictions by the US includes 26 African states as well as nations fro...

Muslim women's group calls for urgent Muguka regulation after withdrawal of Bill
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 10, 2025

They emphasised the need for expanded research into Muguka's social and health impacts, urging national and county leaders to reframe the issue as a s...

Judicial Service Commission advertises five Kadhi posts in fresh judicial recruitment drive
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 09, 2025

The JSC is seeking to fill 145 other judicial vacancies. These include 15 positions for judges of the Court of Appeal, 20 for judges of the High Court...

Muslims across Kenya mark Eid-ul-Adha with prayers and sacrifice
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 06, 2025

Most sermons during the morning prayers focused on the meaning of Eid-ul-Adha, the importance of the Hajj pilgrimage, and the act of Qurbani, the ritu...

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