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Rabi' ul Awal 02, 1435/03,January 2014

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Muslim candidates perform poorly in KCPE yet again

Issue No. 557

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The County Government of Garissa has been urged to empower the girl child through the construction of more schools both primary and secondary in the region. According to the Countys women representative Shukran Gure, girl schools in the county are few and are not friendly to the girls making the learning environment un-conducive for them. It pains me to see our young and able girls failing to realise their potential like their male colleagues due to lack of schools She said. Gure was speaking at Garissa town on Saturday as she distributed foodstuff to disadvantaged families. She acknowledged that girls in the County have been disadvantaged for a long time. Shukran cited retrogressive cultural practices such as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Call for more schools to boost girl child education

and early marriages as the main challenges facing the girl child education. She urged parents to desist from such practices and warned elderly men who prey on young girls for early marriage that legal action will be taken against them. According to statistics, enrolment of girls to primary schools in Garissa county stands at 10 per cent compared to the national statistic of 70 per cent hence the call to parents to take girls education seriously and take them to school. At the secondary school level, only 1 out of every 8 girls who sit for their KCPE joins form 1 and most of them fail to complete their secondary education as they get married off early

The Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) 2013 results are now out but unfortunately the performance of Muslim candidates still remained dismal compared to their counter parts of other faiths. Predominately Muslim counties of Mandera, Garissa, Tana River, Lamu , Isiolo, Kwale and Wajir once again emerged worst in performance. Looking at the results released on Tuesday 31st December, 2013 by education cabinet secretary prof Jacob Kaimenyi, no Muslim candidate featured among the overall top ten nationally from the Muslim dominated counties, but thanks and congratulations to Rajiv Yusuf Ali from Meru County and Okita Swaib Ouma from Nairobi county who emerged as the only Muslim candidates in the top 100 candidates and were ranked number 30 and 67 respectively. Given that girls outshined boys in the last years KCPE results there was no Muslim girl in the top 10 nationally except Almas A. Mwanahawa who was ranked position six in Mombasa County rankings with 429 marks. According to the chief Executive officer, Kakamega Muslim Education Secretariat Hassan Ngeri this dismal performance of Muslim in national examinations could be a pointer to many challenges that Muslim still face in education adding that there is urgent need for Muslim leadership to address this trend Whereas it is true that many Muslims were marginalized especially those in the arid lands of northern Kenya where public schools lacked good facilities and teachers, the same cannot be said of all Muslims . With devolved government structures in place there is a good number of Muslims who have a chance to go the best schools in the country, one still wonders why they still perform dismally despite such good opportuStory Continued To Page 2

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nities. According to statistics the enrolment of KCPE candidates in most predominately Muslim Counties were low and over 6.193 candidates who sat last years examinations in coast region were aged 19 years and above. The region also had the highest number of inmates who sat the examination Isiolo, Wajir, Mandera and Garissa counties had less than ten candidates who scored over 400 marks. It is disturbing and surprising that some counties in predominately Muslim regions managed only a pupil with over 400 marks example Wajir and Mandera counties had one pupil each, Tana River, Isiolo and Lamu had two pupils each, seven pupils from Garissa had over 400 marks and Taita Taveta had eight. Prof Kaimenyi pointed out that Wajir, Marsabit, were among the counties recognized by the Ministry of Education as the most improved. Mombasa county registered success and some improvement where it was ranked number 29 with a mean score of 245 a seven points increase from 238 of 2012,while Marsabit county was ranked number 37 with a mean score of 239 a nine points increase from 230 of 2012. Garissa and Mandera counties tied for position 46 with a mean score of 183 each, while Wajir county was ranked number 43 with a mean score of 212, a twelve points increase from 200 mean score of 2012,while Lamu county was ranked 44 with a mean score of 211 and TanaRiver was ranked 45 with a mean score of 207 a drop from the previous 211 attained in 2012. In the public schools rankings Mabesheni Primary school in Kwale county was listed as the best improved school with a new mean score of 290 up from 180 in 2012,while Dadajabulla Primary school in Wajir emerged the second most improved school with a mean score of 237 up from 133 in 2012. Al-hidaya of Wajir and Hornimo of Garissa were the only academies listed under most improved schools in the top 20 category. Meanwhile following poor performance in the last year Kenya Certificate of Primary Education examination, Garissa county governor Nathif Jama held a crisis meeting with education stakeholders who included county director of education, Adan Sheikh Abdullahi yesterday to discuss way forward for education in the county. Sources close to the meeting said among the issues discussed included understaffing and mismanagement and the solutions in

order to improve on the performance in academic. Religious and political leaders in the county have expressed their disappointment and displeasure at the results. Among those who expressed their displeasure is the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims(SUPKEM) Chairman, Abdullahi Salat who called for the formation of a committee to investigate the perennial exam failure in the county. Garissa was ranked below the neighbouring Mandera County and did not produce a candidate in the top ten best candidate in the country.

Scholars emphasize unity during Ijtimai

The 2013 Ijtimai meetings (Islamic spiritual conventions) were held in various parts of the country and across East and Central Africa, a departure from tradition of holding them in major towns within the region. The conventions that attracted thousands of Muslims from the region were held between 23rd-28th December, 2013. During the events that were organized by various Islamic organizations, Scholars and Preachers delivered sermons emphasizing the importance of unity among Muslims in the world as a basic requirement for the socio-economic development of the community. Some of the counties that played host to the events included Nairobi, Mombasa, Isiolo, Busia and Kakamega. In the convention held at Ogalo Masjid in Busia County, Muslims were urged to foster good relationships with non-Muslims as it is incorrect for Muslims to alienate themselves and live in isolation from other communities. Muslims were further urged to show good moral values as a way to attract non-Muslims to embrace Islam. ''It is important for us as Muslims to always remind ourselves that our purpose in this life is to carry Islam to everybody and show them the right path to rid them of the misery of man-made systems thereby achieving the pleasure of Allah SW'' said Sheikh Saidi Yusuf. At the convention held at Huruma Muslim Mosque in Nairobi and attended by Prominent Muslim Scholars among them Sheikh Badru Jafar and Said Bafana, unity calls among the Muslim community dominated the event. The scholars who spoke at the convention stressed that Islam was peace and has nothing to do with terrorism hence called on Muslims to live in harmony with their non-Muslims brethren.

Huruma Quba Mosque appeals for funds

Quba Mosque in Huruma Nairobi is appealing to well wishers and donors to come out and support it raise over Ksh 2 Million for the purchase of land on which the Mosque is to be constructed. According to one of the trustees of the Mosque, Mohammed Hassan, the purchase price of the land is Ksh 4.5 Million and already through the efforts of the management committee and support from the local Muslim community they managed to raise Ksh 2.5 Million and the money has been paid as the first installment leaving a balance of Ksh 2 Million which is to be paid before 31st January, 2014 ''Therefore we are appealing to well-wishers, donors and Muslim charitable organizations to come out and support this noble cause of Allah by contributing generously'' appealed Godana Dida. At the moment, Muslims perform their religious obligations at a temporary structure at the plot that is on rental. Well-wishers can contribute to the fund through Account number 01118417340800 Cooperative Bank of Kenya, Kariobangi branch or contact the following :Hassan Godana-0731-278708 and Haji Siko-0707-598420.

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Sheikh Yusuf Al-Qaradawi First of all, we would like to stress that Islam does not prohibit Muslims from being kind and generous to peoples of other religions, even if they are idolaters and polytheists. However, Islam looks upon the People of the Book, that is, Jews and Christians, with special regard, whether they reside in a Muslim society or outside it. The Qur'an never addresses the Jews and Christians without saying, "O People of the Book" or" O You who have been given the Book," indicating that they were originally people of a revealed religion. For this reason, there exists a relationship of mercy and spiritual kinship between them and the Muslims, all having in common the principles of the one true religion sent by Allah through His Prophets (peace and blessings are upon them all): He says, (He has ordained for (the Muslims) the same religion which He enjoined on Noah, and that which We have revealed to thee (Muhammad) and that which We enjoined on Abraham, Moses, and Jesus: that you should establish the faith and make no division in it....) (AshShura 42: 13) Muslims should avoid such approaches that may cause bitterness or arouse hostility; Allah says, (And do not dispute with the People of the Book except by (the way) which is best, unless it be with such of them as transgress, and say, 'We believe in what has been sent down to us and sent down to you, and our God and your God is one, and to Him do we submit.') (Al-`Ankabut 29: 46) Non-Muslim Citizens of a Muslim State: The above injunctions include all People of the Book wherever they may be. However, those people who live under the protection of an Islamic government enjoy special privileges. They are referred to as "the Protected People" ( AhlAdh-Dhimmah or Dhimmis), meaning that Allah, His Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), and the community of Muslims have made a covenant with them that they may live in safety and security under the Islamic government. In modern terminology, Dhimmis are "citizens" of the Muslim state. From the earliest period of Islam to the present day, Muslims are in unanimous agreement that Dhimmis enjoy the same rights and carry the same responsibilities as Muslims themselves, while being free to practice their own faiths. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) emphasized the duties of Muslims toward Dhimmis, threatening anyone who violates them with the wrath and punishment of Allah. The Prophet is reported to have said: "He who hurts a Dhimmi hurts me, and he who hurts me annoys Allah." (Reported by At-Tabarani in Al-Awsat with good chain of narrators.) He also says, "Whoever hurts a Dhimmi, I am his adversary, and I shall be an adversary to him on the Day of Resurrection." (Reported by Al-Khatib with authentic chain of narrations.) "On the Day of Judgment I will dispute with anyone who oppresses a person from among the People of the Covenant, or infringes upon his right, or puts a responsibility on him which is beyond his strength, or takes something from him against his will."(Reported by Abu Dawud) The successors of the Prophet safeguarded these rights and sanctities of non-Muslim citizens, and the jurists of Islam, in spite of the variation of their opinions regarding many other matters, are unanimous in emphasizing these rights and sanctities. The Maliki jurist, Shahab Ad-Deen Al-Qarafi states: The covenant of protection imposes upon us certain obligations toward Ahl AdhDhimmah. They are our neighbors, under our shelter and protection upon the guarantee of Allah, His Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) and the religion of Islam. Whoever violates these obligations against anyone of them, by damaging his reputation, or by doing him some injury, has breached the Covenant of Allah, His Messenger, and his conduct run counters to the teachings of Islam. (Al-Furuq, by Al-Qarafi.) Concept of Amicable Dealings with Non-Muslims: How can we show kindness, affection, and good treatment to nonMuslims since Allah the Almighty prohibits Muslims to take nonbelievers as patrons, allies, and supporters in such verses as the

Scope of Amicable Dealings with Non-Muslims

following: (O you who believe, do not take the Jews and Christians as friends; they are the friends (only) of each other. And whoever among you turns to them (for friendship) is certainly one of them; indeed, Allah does not guide the people who do wrong. Yet thou seest those in whose hearts is a disease racing toward them...)(Al-Ma'idah 5: 54-55) The answer to this is that these verses are not unconditional, to be applied to every Jew, Christian, or non-Muslim. Interpreting them in this manner contradicts the injunctions of the Qur'an which enjoin affection and kindness to the good and peaceloving peoples of every religion, as well as the verses which permit marriage to the women of the People of the Book, with all that Allah says concerning marriage- (and He has put love and mercy between you) (Ar-Rum 30: 21) and the verse concerning the Christians: (...And thou wilt find those who say, 'Surely we are Christians.' to be nearest to them (the Muslims) in affection....) (Al-Ma'idah 5: 85) The verses that imply breaking ties with People of Book refer to those people who were hostile to Islam and waged war against Muslims. Accordingly, it is not permissible for Muslims to support or assist themthat is, to be their allynor to entrust them with secrets at the expense of Islam or Muslim community. This point is explained in other verses, in which Allah Almighty says: (They will spare nothing to ruin you; they yearn for what makes you suffer. Hatred has been expressed by their mouths, but what their hearts conceal is still greater. Thus have We made clear to you the revelations (or signs), if you possess understanding. Ah! You love them, but they do not love you....) (Aal `Imran 3: 118-119) This verse sheds light on the character of such people, who conceal great enmity and hatred against the Muslims in their hearts and whose tongues express some of the effects of such hostility. Almighty Allah also says: (Thou wilt not find a people who believe in Allah and the Last Day loving those who oppose Allah and His Messenger, even though they may be their fathers or their sons or their brothers or their kin...) (Al-Mujadilah 58: 22) He Almighty also says: (O you who believe, do not take My enemy and your enemy as friends, offering them affection, even though they have disbelieved in what has come to you of the truth, driving out the Messenger and yourselves because you believe in Allah, your Lord...) (Al-Mumtahinah 60:1) This verse was revealed in connection with the pagans of Makkah, who declared war against Allah and His Messenger driving the Muslims out of their homes simply because they said, "Our Lord is Allah." With this type of people, friendship and alliance cannot be permitted. Yet in spite of this, the Qur'an did not dismiss the hope that one day there might be a reconciliation; it did not declare utter disappointment in them but encouraged the Muslims to kindle the hope of better understanding and improved relationships, for in the same surah Allah says: (It may be that Allah will bring about affection between you and those who are your enemies from among them. And Allah is All-Powerful, and Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.) (Al-Mumtahinah 60: 7) This Qur'anic statement gives the assurance that this bitter hostility and deep hatred is something that may pass way, as it is also stated in the hadith, "Hate your enemy mildly; he may become your friend one day." (Reported by al-Tirmidhi) its clear that there are certain rules and criteria that govern relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims, and this should be borne in mind when dealing with non-Muslims. Islam does not order Muslims to show hostility to the followers of other religions, merely for the reason that they happen to be non-Muslims. No. This is not the message of Islam. Only those who harbor hatred and contempt against Muslims are the ones addressed by the verses warning Muslims from taking them as allies. Other than those, Muslims are ordered to deal with all human beings, without discrimination as to race, religion or sex, with love and kindness, for they are all members of the same family of mankind.

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By Sadaf Farooqi

The Silver Lining of Being Single Why Am I Still Not Married?

I remember the chagrin and inner turmoil of being single and hopeful of marriage, back during my early twenties! Even after almost a decade of marriage, I still vividly remember the constant roller-coaster of emotions that the heart experiences every time a marriage proposal is negotiated. One thinks: Is this the one? Will this family/person be my future spouse/in-laws? Sometimes the marriage negotiation process painstakingly goes on for months, only to culminate in nothing. Up go ones dreams, hopes and aspirations about the future into thin air! Once again, it is back to square one. Whether a young, single Muslim is a man or woman, if they are ardently desirous of completing half their Deen, the anguish and frustration (including sexual angst) they feel whenever another year of their life passes by without any impending nuptials on the horizon is, contrary to gender-discriminating cultural myths, similarly disconcerting and unnerving. Wherever in the world they might be, as the years pass and the number of fruitless marriage proposals grows, the singleton might begin to feel despondent and worn down by this trial of patience in their quest of completing half their Deen. So what should one tell a young forlorn wannabe bride or groom when they justifiably ask: Why am I still unmarried? First of All: There Is Nothing Wrong with You! Although self-confidence is, admittedly, an effective catalyst in finding a spouse, believe me when I tell you that you are not ugly, weird, unattractive, or unworthy of marriage! Allah created the beautiful, unique you, and if He decrees it, someone out there will agree to marry you just the way you are. So do not despair of Allahs mercy, and remain positive that someone out there will like you and agree to marry you, inshaAllah. Even if you begin to believe that being short, overweight, shy or acneskinned is a negative thing going against your favor in the marriage market, it is not, because a certain criteria of looks or education is not a pre-requisite for marriage, contrary to what older people might say. Look around you at recently married or even older couples. Are all of them very good looking? Dont both of the partners seem to have at least one physical defect or blemish? Does everyone you know in your social circle, who recently got married, look like they stepped off a fashion runway? You will find a wide variety of real couples who break every stereotype in the book (and please, refrain from looking at celebrity couples and famous people!): husbands who are shorter than their wives; wives who are older than their husbands; cross-cultural marriages that are refreshingly functional; infertile couples who are very happily married; men who are in love with their plus-size or darkskinned wives; wives who are more educated than their husbands; the list is endless. Never let others make you feel that if you are thirty-something and still not married, it is because either there is something wrong with you, or because Allah has decreed for you to forever remain single. Divine Wisdom behind Perceived Delays in Marriage In a world that is increasingly pressurizing everyone, from babies and children to adults, to achieve their personal milestones in life as early as possible, a righteous and single Muslim who is in his or her late twenties, thirties or forties might find themselves the target of unwarranted social stigmatization and cruel speculation: Why doesnt anyone take a liking to her? Do you think she intimidates suitors because she is over-educated? Do you think there is magic involved? Should we visit a spiritual specialist to find out? Maybe he is socially awkward? Or could it be that big bald spot on

his head that chases proposals away? Unless a single person is outright opposed to the idea of marriage for personal reasons, most of us tend to forget the natural law/principle that applies universally: everyone is different, and they come into this world with a different, unique, preordained decree. So, while most young people, Muslim or not, are able to find a spouse and get married in their teens or twenties, there is no unspoken or written rule that lays down a certain prerequisite age-range for the union, beyond which it supposedly becomes impossible for a person to marry, and be written off as off the market. Marriage can take place at any age in life, even at 50 or 60, as Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and many of his companions practically demonstrated. It is also a fact that marriage will not happen within the first 2 or 3 decades of life for every one of us. So we should give more leeway and refrain from making blanket, generalized statements about our older, single brothers and sisters. Becoming Mature and Responsible Enough First It is not that God is not answering your duas. Maybe He has already accepted your duas for marriage with a righteous person, but it will actually happen practically after a few more years, when it is best and easiest for you to enter this sacred union with that person. One of the main reasons why God might be delaying your marriage is to reach certain level of physical, intellectual, financial and emotional maturity. He knows everything about you that even you do not know, which is called the Unseen, or ghaib in Arabic. Maybe He knows that were you to marry right now, within three months as you wish to, you will not succeed at married life because you are still too mentally immature, emotionally insecure, or finanContinued to page 6

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Satan Calls, and You Answer! A Global Plague

By -Raya Shokatfard How would you feel if you were told Satan has crept into every nook of your home and invaded not only yours but the minds all of members of your family? Many religions have warned against Satan and his deceptions for centuries. The Abrahamic religions, namely Judaism, Christianity and Islam have a similar stance on Satan/Iblis/Shaitan, even though Jews and Christians consider him as a fallen angel, while Muslims consider him as a different creature of Allah called Jinn. Angels were created from light and with no will power but only to worship God and carry on God's commands, while Jinn, made from fire, and Humans, made from clay, were created with free will and the free choice to obey or disobey God's commandments. This is one of the reasons why Satan could not have been an angel. Upon his rebellion and his fall from Paradise, Satan claims that he would deceive mankind: (Iblees) said: Because You have sent me astray, surely, I will sit in wait against them (human beings) on Your straight path. Then I will come to them from before them and behind them, from their right and from their left, and You will not find most of them as thankful ones (i.e. they will not be dutiful to You) (Al-Araf 7: 16-7) Satan's method of deception has varied throughout history. But from the late 20th Century to this day, he has managed to invent such luring tools that have landed him his greatest victory over his dazed and ignorant followers. In fact his supporters have turned Satan worship into multibillion dollar businesses. It would not be surprising if his followers soon surpass the followers of other major religions. In this article we will examine various deceptive tools of Satan to lure his victims. Please pay close attention! You or your family members may be among the unfortunate victims! Video Games The seemingly innocent Nintendo games in the 80's were among his first covert tools to lure the children. The very same children were trained and raised by this deceiver slowly and even without noticing that the games started having demonic forces, beasts, blood, magic, vampires and so called man-god creatures. In fact even the parents got used to seeing these images without having any thoughts that they are inviting Satan in their homes and putting the hands of their children in his evil hands to guide them. Some of these parents have been and are still very adamant about the children attending Islamic and Quran schools. Thinking they are closing the door to Satan, not realizing that they are opening the windows for him to enter and in fact it is the parents that finance or facilitate the education of their children through "Satan's school of Higher Education," certified by the great deceiver of mankind. Normally parents drop off their kids to an academic school and go to work with peace of mind that their kids are being educated well. But when the kids come home, parents are stressed. Nowadays many parents are so busy with work and managing life that they would not mind spending a bit or much on entertainments that would occupy the kids and leave the parents with some peace - not knowing the evil result of these entertainments. This is the kids' after-school education! Mind Control Much has been said, written and researched about the effect of engaging with supernatural characters on a daily basis for entertainment. Parents do not realize that their kids are being indoctrinated by the dark forces. In fact many adults are the grown up children of the past who have been religiously following this path and are being controlled by it. The mind control effect of these games and fictions cannot be over stated. The way of thinking, behaving and processing is vastly affected by repeated exposure to such elements. Who Says I am Worshipping Satan? To make it more clear about how you and your loved ones may be affected, we will concentrate on one of the most popular book series in the world - Harry Potter. You can then expand your thoughts to nearly all other modern forms of entertainments and you will see they have similar elements as Harry Potter. Hidden Dangers in Harry Potter A Christian booklet, named above, started circulating all over the U.S. in the 1990s, warning parents about the dangers of the effects of Harry Potter books on their children. The following are some comments by the author: "Attraction to her books is due to them being highly imaginative to the point that the readers cannot put them down. It has sequence of fantasy novels. The stories involve adventures of an orphan boy named Harry whose parents (a wizard and a witch) were brutally murdered by "the greatest dark sorcerer of all times, Lord Voldemort." He is then raised by non-witch relatives and later at age 11, he is re-introduced to the world of witchcraft in the wizard school. The plot intensifies with each sequential book and high budget films. Children around the world anxiously waited for the next one to arrive." Aside from being a fantasy book, which involves things that don't exist, the books are loaded with events involving wizards, witches, warlocks, sorcerers, crystal ball, spells, curses, potions, charms, numerology, divinations, astrology, palmistry, out-of-body travel and communication with the spirits, of all of which reflect actual belief in ancient and modern occultism. (Note: Islam as well as Christianity strictly prohibit all the above.) Fiction Affects Children The author notes, "Fiction is a powerful communicator of ideas which can affect human behavior." This is true both for fiction that can affect the reader toward God, or the other way, toward evil. Robert Night of the Family Research Council warns that in the midst of the fun and magic, Harry Potter also "gives children an appetite for the occult," quotes the author. The story makes being a wizard and involvement in magic interesting and fun for children, not realizing the trap they are stepping in. It is sad to see parents totally ignorant of the danger. The last Harry Potter book was published in February 2007. The book sold just over 2 million copies in the United Kingdom in the first 24 hours according to British publisher Bloomsbury Publishing, which has the ultimate rights to the book and that it franchises around the world. Also, according to the publisher, overall series has sold 325 million copies worldwide and been translated into 64 languages since its initial publication in 1997. In 2005's film, "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire," did worldwide box office of $892 million, making it the second-best grossing film in the series, behind only the first in the series, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," which did $976 million after its 2001 release. Who is in Charge? What do we learn from the above information? Who has power over our children today and sadly many adults as well? Satan makes attractive the evil and makes unattractive and boring the piety and God consciousness.

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Why Am I Still Not Married? Brotherhood confronts Egypt 'antiterror' law

After much pulling and tugging between Egypt's military-backed government and the Muslim Brotherhood, the state has adopted a highly controversial "anti-terrorism" law that effectively freezes any legal activity from the country's largest opposition group. The law, which criminalises any kind of participation linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, intensifies Egypt's political polarisation. The legislation comes ahead of a nationwide referendum on the country's constitution set for January 5. The bill was passed after a bomb blast killed 16 people on December 24 in the Nile Delta city of Al Mansoura. Although the law does not include Ansar Bayt al-Makdis, the an al-Qaeda-linked group who claimed responsibility for the attack, legislation does target the Muslim Brotherhood who condemned the assault and whose supporters have been staging daily peaceful protests since the army-led overthrow of President Mohamed Morsi on July 3. Despite previous government pledges not to shun any faction from the political scene, the law bolts the lock on the return of a party that has won every vote since the 2011 uprising that toppled Hosni Mubarak. Human Rights Watch has said the law banning the Brotherhood is "politically driven". Anti-coup protesters, mostly sympathisers of the Muslim Brotherhood, remain determined to stay on the streets, even if it means risking arrest. "We will not stop our peaceful struggle," said Mahmoud, a student at Al-Azhar University, a hotbed of student activism where protests have continued despite a government ban on unauthorised rallies. Since the so-called "anti-terror law" passed, at least five protesters have been killed, and almost 300 others have been arrested across the country on charges of "promoting terrorist ideologies". Rather than bringing stability, security crackdowns on younger marchers could provide radical armed groups with new members seeking revenge, analysts said. Algerian scenario Some fear that Egypt will spiral into a civil war - much like what happened in Algeria when the military-backed government cracked down on the then-popular Islamist Salvation Front (FIS) during the 1990s. The ensuing conflict left about 200,000 people dead. "The Algerian scenario is likely to happen in Egypt particularly with the lack of communication between the Muslim Brotherhood's leadership and its grassroots whom can be attracted and recruited by radical movements," Khalil al-Anani, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, told Al Jazeera. Although the Brotherhood has been operating as an underground movement for decades and its members repeatedly land in Egyptian prisons, many analysts believe the interim government's crackdown on the group decreases chances for a political solution. Most of the movement's leaders, including Morsi himself, are facing trial on a myriad of charges ranging from inciting violence to espionage. Since July 3, more than 1,000 Morsi supporters have been killed. Critics believe the Egyptian media has spearheaded a smear campaign against Brotherhood members who continue to protest. "The current oppression is alienating many young Egyptians, particularly Islamists who [have] lost faith in politics and democracy and might adopt violence as the only way to deal with the current government," Anani said. "I don't think that the MB leadership will call for bearing arms against the state but many other non-affiliated sympathisers might." An example of such a call was made by Abu Mohammed al-Adnani, the official spokesman of the al-Qaeda-linked Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. Despite his criticisms of the Brotherhood's

cially unstable. Maybe God is actually being kind towards you by delaying your marriage until the time is best - and surely none can know what He knows, for He sees ahead in our hidden futures - so rest assured, it doesnt matter in the long run if you get married at 25 or 35, as long as it is a happy, productive and loving marriage, to the right person, who becomes your pillar of support in Deen and accelerates your quest for success in the Hereafter. Dawah Experience and Acquisition of Knowledge There are some blessings and experiences in life that are more time dependent than others to be availed optimally e.g. seeking Islamic knowledge, which is best done in the early years of ones life, when the brain and memory work better, and a person is more mentally alert and active. Seeking Islamic knowledge can become more difficult after one takes on the responsibilities of marriage on ones shoulders. This is because your spouse and children have Shari rights upon you, because of which you cannot tear yourself away from them for too long in order to devote yourself to seeking and imparting knowledge full-time. Perhaps God wants you to seek more knowledge and engage in more active dawah work before you settle down in married life. These precious years of your youth will never return, and inshaAllah, decades down the road, a more mature and wise you will cherish, like a priceless gem, every year of experience that you acquired in the fields of Islamic knowledge and dawah before getting married. Perhaps, later on, you might even thank God for giving you the free time and opportunity to gain knowledge of Islam before tying the knot, after practically witnessing the numerous benefits of applying that fruitful knowledge to your married life later on.
To be Continued next week

JAMIA BURSARY 2014

The Education Committee invites applications from suitable, qualified and eligible needy Muslim students who sat for their KCPE in 2013 and will be joining Form 1 in 2014. The applications for the limited number of scholarships must meet the following criteria: Must have sat for KCPE in 2103 and obtained at least 375 marks (Pupils from public primary schools will be given priority) Be an orphan or from a family suffering extreme poverty Must have been admitted to Form 1 in a Public secondary school (Special cases joining Islamic integrated schools will be considered) Application Procedure Fill in the standard bursary form (available at Jamia Mosque Library or Jamia website www.islamkenya.org) Hand written application letter Copy of KCPE result slip Copy of Form 1 admission letter and fees structure Parents ID card or Death certificate or Revertion certificate Any other supporting document All applications to be received latest by Friday 31st January 2014. Incomplete applications will not be received. Only those with the necessary qualifications should apply. The Education committee reserves the right to request for further information before the award of the bursary to any applicant and their decision will be final. The sponsorship (either in full or part) will benefit the successful applicants from Form 1to Form 4 on the basis of the students academic performance and discipline records.

The Friday Bulletin

Rabi' Ul Awal 02, 1435/January 03,2014

NATIONAL

Egypt 'anti-terror' law

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Amalemba Slums to be upgraded

support for non-violence, Adnani has promoted "the rattle of the swords" and the "shedding of blood" to deal with Egypt's political crisis. 'Terrorism' hotlines In the Sinai, home to more than a dozen armed groups, analysts fear some residents might abandon peaceful protests in favour of violent tacticts as a result of the new law. "The current confrontation between the regime and MB is driven by revenge and became a zero-sum game," said Anani. Bomb attacks were launched in Cairo's Nasir City district and other parts of the country following the passage of the legislation. Mohamed Farghali, a security analyst and researcher, said Muslim Brotherhood members are unlikely to join more radical religious groups, citing "ideological differences" between the two. Farghali said that powerful weapons smuggled from Libya and Sudan are available on Egypt's black market, and he believes the "anti-terror" legislation could "take these [armed] groups to another level". "These groups, which mostly found a foothold in the Sinai amid the security void that followed the January 25 uprising will now dig deeper to avoid the anti-terror law," he said. "The law does not include them, but it raises the public's alertness." Immediately after the "anti-terror law" was issued, the Ministry of Interior made hotlines available for citizens to report anyone whom they "suspected" of belonging to or having ties with the Muslim Brotherhood. It is this, rather than the reoccurring blasts reminiscent of the wave of attacks that gripped the country in the 1990s, that worries Mohamed Soffar, a professor of political theory and Director of Civilisations Dialogue Center at Cairo University. "We are being pulled back to post-state status, where societal and family ties are being abolished and each citizen is being pitted against the other. Violence is now legal as citizens are transformed into vigilantes," he said. Following deadly attacks in Al Mansoura, thousands took to the streets demanding all Muslim Brotherhood affiliates be executed. Although the group has renounced violence since the 1970s, their critics believe otherwise, blaming them for the surge in violence immediately following Morsi's ouster. Brotherhood opponents cite comments made by currently-jailed senior leader Mohamed alBeltagy in which he said an end to violence in the Sinai hinges on Morsi's return. 'The state will win' Along with worries about peace in the Sinai and bomb attacks, some analysts are concerned that anti-government fighters, or indviduals with sympathies for al-Qaeda, have infiltrated the security forces, complicating the crackdown on the Brotherhood. "Even the police institution was not sparred. About 280 officers were detained for links to radical armed groups. Suspects arrested included people from the upper class. Extremism is no longer confined to the poor," Farghali said. This situation could spell the beginning of a protracted and bloody conflict, according to some observers. "A real form of dialogue cannot be established amid such severe polarisation, but it is not impossible. We have not yet reached the point of no return," Soffar said. Egypt and Israel - two historic enemies - were able to establish diplomatic ties, he said, so if they could bridge the gap, Egypt's feuding population should be able to do the same. Anani agrees reconciliation is possible, but warned that: "Egypt is heading towards more uncertainty and instability and democracy seems to be buried." Despite ongoing attacks and street protests, coupled with an economy in crisis, Farghali believe the interim authorities will be able to keep control. "At the end of the day, the state will win. It's a historical fact," he said. "It even happened in Algeria." (Al Jazeera).

The largest Amalemba formal settlement slums within Kakamega County is set to be upgraded under the Kenya Informal Settlement Project (KISP). The project which will comprise the construction of decent houses, provision of water, electricity and sanitation facilities to the slums dwellers in order for them to enjoy decent living like other kenyans. Muslim community living in the settlement has applauded the government for the project but appealed to be included in the project in order for their interest to be taken care of and also participate in matters pertaining to development as stated in the constitution. At the same time they called on the Cabinet Secretary for Land, Housing and Urban development, Charity Ngilu to speed up the processing of land title deeds for them to develop their land as lack of land ownership documents has been an obstacle for them to even secure loans for development purposes leading to their sufferings. Speaking at a consultative meeting at Amalemba Taqwa Mosque grounds, which was also attended by the National Land Commission, the Secretary Amalemba Informal Settlement Committee, Twalib Abdi Laye said the problem of land distribution in Amalemba can only be solve if carried out according to the National Land Policy, adding that the implementation of the policy will ensure that the land rights of thousands of slum dwellers who live as squatters in their own land are recognized. ''All the community land in the county need to be surveyed and adjudicated as spelled out in the National Land Policy.This is the only way the poor people of Amalemba slums and the marginalized groups will gain their heritage'' said Twalib. Area County Representative, Josephat Serenge and area assistant chief Maurice Muchiti thanked the government for the move that culminated officials from the Kenya Informal Settlement Project and National Land Commission to pay visits in the slums to acquaint themselves with the situations of the area residents for data collection exercise. Mrs Anne Mugo from the Kenya Informal Settlement Project and officials from the National Land Commission called on the residents of Amalemba slums to cooperate with them to facilitate the success of the project adding that the project was for their benefits and their participation was essential Mrs Mugo further noted that KISP will organize for capacity building meetings before embarking on the project to educate residents the important of the project.

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NAIROBI MUSLIM ACADEMY IS A WELL ESTABLISHED LEARNING CENOFFERING THE 8-4-4 CIRRICULUM INTEGRATED WITH ISLAMIC ISLAMIC INTEGRATED EDUCATION PROGRAMME TRE STUDIES SINCE 1995. 8-4-4 AND IGCSE CURRICULUM WE COMPRISE OF: NURSERY PRIMARY SECONDARY (Boys and Girls) NURSERY KG1 (2 yrs) KG2 (3YRS) Form 1-4 (8-4-4 and IGCSE) Play GroupKG Classes Standard 1-8 PRE UNIT (5-6 YRS) KG3 (4 YRS) Excellent facilities Computer and cyber classes PRIMARY STD 1 STD 8 (6 YRS 14 YRS) Conducive and secure study Swimming, Horse riding and SECONDARY (GIRLS ONLY BOARDING SCHOOL) FORM 1 FORM 4 Atmosphere martial arts Why choose Nairobi Muslim Academy Qualified trained teachers Reasonable fees Qualified and well Trained Teachers School Transport 8-4-4 and IGCSE offered Islamic Integrated Education Arabic up to Form Four Islamic Studies incorporated in day to day learning Programme classes Excellent Tarbiyyah ICT integration in classroom teaching Variety of co-curricular activities; Football, karate, swimming, gym Separate facilities for boys and girls in line with Islamic nastics, scout, wildlife and many more teachings Awarded Best School in Arabic and Islamiyat by EDEXCEL for Hot Lunch Transport (Various Destinations) the past three years Computer studies Year 8 (IGCSE) Intake ongoing Limited vacancies Secured Islamic environment Well maintained playing ground within school compound For Admission enquiries contact the Admission Office Modern, well equipped boarding dormitories for the girls secondary MUSLIM ACADEMY PARK ROAD section P. O. Box 41013-00100 Nairobi Purified Drinking water Telephone: +245 20 2406212 Primary and Nursery Interview on going Email:muslimacademykenya@gmail.com Secondary interview: Form 2 & 3 on going FOR INQUIRIES CALL: PRIMARY & NURSERY 0721 427 488

MUSLIM ACADEMY PARK ROAD

NAIROBI MUSLIM ACADEMY

Kinderworld Academy
Committed to Excellence
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Congratulations Best Candidates of KCPE 2013 - OUR FIRST ATTEMPT

Zainabu Abdirahman Marks 418

Ahmed Dahir Marks 397

Illam Abdirizak Marks 387

Isnado Mohammed Marks 379

Najat Ibrahim Marks 374

Faduma Mohamed Mark 372

Rumana Abdi Marks 371

Zakaria Mohamed Marks 370

Abdirahman Abdinassir Abdul Wahid Musa Marks 369 Mark 366

Suleiman Mohamed Marks 360

Mustafa Mohamed Marks 350

Yasmin Duale Marks 347

Masuud Abdirahman Mark 347

Naso Farah Marks 343

Ikran Abdirahman Marks 334

Abdifatah Feisal Marks 317

Interace Whiteboards Lin Classes Islamic Integrated School Primary/kindergarten Qualied and Experience Teachers

Ibrahim Mohamed Marks 307

Subject Mathematics English

ANALYSIS Scores students A 14 out of 18 A 11 out of 18

Mean Score 361.55

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