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As Ramadan draws to an end, another mosque attack claims two lives
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/ 15 June 2018

As Ramadan draws to an end, another mosque attack claims two lives

A small group of worshippers, including the victims, were at the mosque for itikaf — an Islamic ritual of spiritual seclusion

By Raeesa Pather
Throwing the boeka at crime: How Muslims are reclaiming the streets
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/ 15 June 2018

Throwing the boeka at crime: How Muslims are reclaiming the streets

In Cape Town, residents of gang-riddled areas have found a novel way to use the Ramadan fast to protest against violence and creeping gentrification

By Raeesa Pather
Eid 2017 In South Africa: Here’s What You Need To Know
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/ 23 June 2017

Eid 2017 In South Africa: Here’s What You Need To Know

The Daily Vox team breaks down what Eid is all about and how it’s celebrated in South Africa.

By Fatima Moosa
Equal rites and Ramadan: Life in the fast lane
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/ 4 July 2014

Equal rites and Ramadan: Life in the fast lane

Times are changing, albeit slowly, particularly within the younger expat Arab communities living in the Gulf states, who live away from relatives.

By Rana Asfour
Samoosas: triangulator of tradition
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/ 4 July 2014

Samoosas: triangulator of tradition

Iftaar is often a happy, shared repast, but preparing for the fast can be just as communal and significant.

By Fatima Asmal

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