Nsenga Knight on the African Muslim manuscripts and writings that contradict the dominant narrative on ‘slaves’ and Africa, and how...
Ibn Battuta (d.1369) the renowned Moroccan qadhi, or judge of Islamic law, is best known as an explorer who traveled...
Muslims around the world strive to imitate the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ every day, but few can truly claim to resemble...
Each year in Rabi al-Awwal, the small island of Lamu plays host to a three day Maulid festival. Participants arrive...
Our last stop on our trip to Kenya lay just off its coast. The Lamu Archipelago, a group of small islands,...
Beyond Bilal: Black History in Islam, is a presentation and lecture series delivered by Mustafa Briggs that aims to explore and uncover the deep rooted relationship between Islam and Black History. From Black Prophets and prominent figures in the Qur'an, to the unknown black Sahaba and scholars of the early generations, the history of Islam in Africa, and the legacy of contemporary African Islamic scholarship and its role in the International Relations of the Muslim World.
After a hugely successful 20 city Europe tour, followed by a quick stop in Nigeria, Mustafa Briggs is heading to the US to deliver his 'Beyond Bilal: Black History in Islam' lecture series for Black History Month.
One of the peculiar sensations seasoned wayfarers fail to mention, as you pack your bags in preparation for your journey...
Mustafa Briggs: Due to the Global Pandemic, I’ve decided to preview my latest lecture online, and I know this is...
“When we speak of ‘shooting’ with a camera, we are acknowledging the kinship of photography and violence.” Teju Cole This visual essay...
In episode three, Zara talks to Mustafa Briggs about the history of Islam in West Africa. They discuss the roots of Islam in the region, the intellectual achievements of Timbuktu and other centres of learning, sufism and the empowerment of women through scholarship that can be seen throughout West African history. Mustafa also tells us about his upcoming lecture series 'Beyond Bilal'.
In episode six, Zara talks to Muazzam Mir about the history of Islam in East Africa. They talk about the history of Muslims in the region, which goes back to the time of the Prophet (saw) himself. Muazzam explains how Islam spread, beginning with the Swahili coast, and the role of traders, travellers, and sufi tariqahs in the process.