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"I'm not Superman. I'm just a Taxi Gaatjie with a big heart" - Yaseen Abrahams

Taxi drivers in Bonteheuwel are being called on to pledge their support for a project aimed at giving pensioners over 70 years old free rides.

Yaseen made headlines, months ago, in which he appealed to drivers and taxi bosses to help struggling pensioners and the disabled.

It was an eye-opening and humbling experience interviewing him...

Enjoy!

This episode was brought to you in collaboration with Toledo Society.

Toledo Society is a network of inspiring, engaging and high-quality podcasts for a new generation of English-speaking Muslims. Toledo’s mission is to reinvigorate Muslim identity, by becoming a launchpad for untold stories and hidden talent in the global Muslim community.

The name Toledo refers to the Andalusian city that was home to the printing and translation centre which facilitated the distribution of the great Muslim works of 1,100 years to the rest of the world. Toledo was the also the city that officially recognised the three major religions, during and even post Muslim-rule.

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"We live in a world with so much obsession on appearances because of Social Media" - Yasmin Mogahed

We caught up with Ustadhah Yasmin Mogahed after her dinner at a house in Cape Town. (Apologies for the sound) 

She gives advice to the youth, on marriage, anxiety and even tells us her favourite colour? We also asked her our famous last question. Hint: Death Bed

Enjoy!

This episode was brought to you in collaboration with Toledo Society.

Toledo Society is a network of inspiring, engaging and high-quality podcasts for a new generation of English-speaking Muslims. Toledo’s mission is to reinvigorate Muslim identity, by becoming a launchpad for untold stories and hidden talent in the global Muslim community.

The name Toledo refers to the Andalusian city that was home to the printing and translation centre which facilitated the distribution of the great Muslim works of 1,100 years to the rest of the world. Toledo was the also the city that officially recognised the three major religions, during and even post Muslim-rule.

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"Don't let reality get you down..." - Shameema Dharsey

Shameema is a professional artist, illustrator, designer, adult and kids colouring book Artist and singer we might add.

We chat about everything including her recent 'fame' at the HalaalGoodsMarket 4.0.

She even sang a song for us...

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"As an Entrepreneur that verse in the Quran should be your friend..." - Ebrahim Vahed

Today we chat to the Founder of Binaye Industries - smart and fascinating young Entrepreneur.

“Bee – neigh” or “Bee – ney”

"The word Binaye is derived from the Arabic word Binaa’u/Banaa’, which means “to build” or “build”.

Our concept is simple: We take a few verses from the Qur’aan and tell a story around them with our two characters Dahlia and Ali. At some point in the story, Dahlia and Ali (and your child) have to build something that’s related to the story (and thus the verse from the Qur’aan).

This involves the child in the story. Physically involving kids in the story ensures that the message from the Qur’aan has a lasting impact on their lives.

The toy pieces are designed to be chunky, rugged and can withstand a fair amount of abuse. As such, the friction fit (when connecting pieces together), may be slightly tight. This will certainly improve over time.

We want this toy to be like Lego or Meccano – in that the child will take it apart and make different things. This will foster creativity, while your child will be reminded of the lessons of the Qur’an for a long time to come. Encourage your child to get creative by making simple things."

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"Imagine giving something to the "rights-holder" and he/she makes a good dua for you" - Shahnaaz Paruk

Shahnaaz Paruk was born in Durban to a family in the clothing manufacturing industry. She received her early education at the Ridge Park College before going onto the Lockhat Islamia School where she matriculated. She went to university to study media and communications before joining the family business in the Marketing and Human Resources Department. Next came the Gordon Institute of Business Science.

She then decided that she wanted to be of service to the community and joined SANZAF where she worked for a few years before moving to Islamic Relief South Africa.  Amongst the projects she worked on at Sanzaf was the organisation’s development of skills for individuals so that they could hold down sustainable jobs, and at Islamic Relief she was responsible for multiple roles during her tenure at the organisation. She is now the CEO of Penny Appeal South Africa.

Penny Appeal’s philosophy is that of affordable charity, which includes all people being able to contribute toward changing the lives of millions. Small Change, Big Difference.

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"I took a whole bottle of tablets with the intent of committing suicide..." - Naeem Roopen

A couple of days ago we visited the De Perel Sobriety Safe House in Paarl. We met this amazing brother with a truly emotional story. Enjoy!

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"Most of the people are not living beyond our means... it's just that everything is becoming expensive..." - Abdul Quayum Camroodien

Today we chatted to a Debt Counsellor - how financial challenges affect your mental health and family relations.

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"I stopped making salah..." - Ismail Ndlovu

We did not expect such an overwhelming response from the community on our initial #Depression video - as promised here is Episode 6.

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"If there were to be a hospitality contest around the world - South African Muslims would be number 1" - Dr. Hesham Al-Awadi

Dr. Hesham al Awadi is a specialist in the Seerah of the best example to mankind. Dr. Hesham al-Awadi was born in Kuwait and educated in United Kingdom. He completed his Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Master of Philosophy and PhD in the field of Middle Eastern politics and history in various British universities including the University of Cambridge. He also has a diploma in Islamic studies from the Institute of Islamic Studies, Cairo.

Alhamdullillah what a wise man and what a fascinating interview. As a parent you have to listen to it.

Excellently hosted by Gouwa Solomons

You will enjoy this episode!

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"Success is praying to God and being a productive member of your society" - Abdul Azeez Davids

Abdul Azeez joined Kagiso Asset Management in 2008 as Head of Research. Prior to this, he was with Allan Gray as a senior investment analyst and portfolio manager for all clients in Botswana and Namibia. His Islamic Equity Fund is one of the best performing funds in South Africa.

We had a great chat with him about his life, experiences, hobbies and just life in general.

For more information about the Islamic Equity Fund click here

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