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Asiya's story
Asiya stood in line, her eyes fixed on the well at the end of the row. She had been waiting for hours, and her throat felt like sandpaper.
From a Challenging Journey to a Life-Changing Project Illuminating the Village of Mayouloumia
In mid-2023, the Afrika Hayat Association embarked on a humanitarian mission from Istanbul to Chad, aiming to implement impactful developmental projects to improve the lives of local communities. The journey included the inauguration of water wells in southern Chad,...
The importance and benefits of donation
Donation is a necessary and important thing for society, as it contributes to meeting the needs of individuals in need and improving their quality of life. Donation also promotes the human spirit and moral values such as cooperation and solidarity. In addition,...
Anjali’s story
Anjali was a dreamer. She loved going to school, always imagining herself as a teacher, inspiring young minds. However, her dreams were crushed when her village faced a water crisis. Anjali's mother suffered from a severe backache, making it difficult for her to fetch...
Basidu’s Journey from Paganism to Light
Born into a Muslim family, Basidu grew up in an environment far removed from the teachings of Islam. Harsh life circumstances forced him to live away from his family at a young age. Raised amidst pagan traditions, he became deeply involved in sorcery, developed a...
Civilizations that ended due to famines
Famines are one of the most serious disasters that humanity can face, they affect health, economy, culture, lead to scarcity of resources, increase poverty and hunger. Humanity has experienced several famines throughout history,and many civilizations have been...
Mina story
I am Mina, a young girl who used to dream of going to school, but the closest school was in another city, and my family couldn't afford the transportation costs. I felt hopeless and lost, but then the Afrika Hayat Association built a school in my neighborhood. Now, I...
The Success Story of a Libyan Woman in Chad
Daily Challenges Multiply for Women Striving to Build a Dignified Life, In the heart of N'Djamena, challenges intertwine as women battle to hold onto hope amidst poverty and limited resources. Through its initiatives, Afrika Hayat Association serves as a beacon of...
The Price of Aqiqah at the Charitable Organization
The title of our main article is "The Price of Aqiqah at the Charitable Organization." Have you ever asked yourself if Aqiqah is performed in Somalia, being an Islamic country, and on the other hand, what is the cost of Aqiqah in Africa? Additionally, considering...
Serra – Orphan Sponsorship
I am Serra, an orphan from Nigeria. Life was a constant struggle until I heard about the Afrika Hayat Association. They provided me with a lifelong sponsorship that allowed me to attend school and get an education. With their support, I no longer had to worry about...
Your Zakat this Ramadan: Life for a Needful Family in Africa
Zakat in Ramadan is one of the most sublime acts of worship that solidarizes society and soothes the pain of the indigent. It gives the opportunity to live with dignity to poor families. Ramadan is a month of mercy, forgiveness, not only for fasting, but also for...
Distributing Qur’ans as a Sadaqah Jariyah in Africa
One of the finest ways to call to religious knowledge and spread guidance is distributing the Qur'an as a Sadaqah Jariyah in Africa. The words of Allah in the Qur'an illuminate minds and soften hearts. However, most parts of Africa suffer from a highly inadequate...
The Hunger Crisis in Sudan
Sudan has been suffering from an acute silent humanitarian tragedy hiding behind a web of entangled crises. A hunger crisis that strikes at the heart of its millions of populace-a life and time spent seeing the dreams of children shattered and families brought to...
How to Sponsor an Orphan in Africa During Ramadan?
Ramadan is a season of multiplied rewards, not just a month of fasting. It is a time when the doors of mercy and forgiveness are open, offering a great opportunity to draw closer to Allah by helping those in need. One of the most noble forms of giving during this...
Cataracts in the Eyes Afflict Millions in Africa
Among all the pressing health issues in Africa, cataract issues within the eyes remain one of the most urgent health challenges affecting individuals and their families each day. Imagine waking up every morning to see the world wrapped in a thick fog, unable to...
Eradicating Illiteracy Among Women in Africa
One of the biggest challenges to development in Africa is women’s illiteracy. It perpetuates a cycle of poverty that spans entire generations. While many countries strive to improve education levels, millions of women across the continent still lack access to basic...
Small Projects to Solve the Problem of Unemployment in Sudan
Unemployment is a factor facing most countries in this modern world among them Sudan. Most youth experience severe pressure due to the inability of the labor market to avail opportunities for them. It contributes to the slow growth of economies and increasing rates of...
Sewing’s Role in Empowerment of African Women, Supporting Economies Against Daily Challenges
From armed conflict, abject poverty, the impacts of climate change negatively hitting agriculture, and other ways of livelihood, women in Africa need to fight on all fronts. Sewing has now turned into a weapon of empowerment that gets them back on their feet with an...
The Cost of Establishing Quranic Schools in Africa
Quranic schools are an important feature of education in Africa, spreading the light of the Quran and implanting faith and moral values in the younger generation. These schools have a particular place in the hearts of the local communities and stand at the forefront...