Francis Nderitu | Nation Media Group
Media Source: Nation Media (Kenya)
Date: 1 October 2024
The Ismaili community in Nairobi marked the global Ismaili Civic Day (GICD) 2024, planting trees and offering free medical screening to community members regardless of faith, gender, or background. "There is a long history and a long tradition of voluntary service with the Ismaili community which has got us to the point where today we have over 600 different activities taking place," said the AKDN Diplomatic representative for Kenya Amin Mawji said. The Aga Khan University Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO, Rashid Khalani echoed the words of His Highness and the Aga Khan. "Your patriotism and loyalty must be sincere, active, and productive. Please follow the advice. The work done for the good of the community is always noble, and verily we are taught that all good deeds shall be compensated," he said.
