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Aga Khan V takes over role of spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims
In his inaugural address, he “pledged to dedicate his life to care for the spiritual and material well-being of the Ismaili Jamat.”
Aga Khan, the leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt during private burial ceremony
Prince Karim, 88, was given the title of “His Highness” by Queen Elizabeth in July 1957, two weeks after his grandfather, the Aga Khan III, unexpectedly made him heir to the family’s 1,300-year dynasty as leader of the Ismaili Muslim sect.
His Highness the Aga Khan laid to rest in Egypt in a private ceremony
The Aga Khan’s burial came five days after he passed away on February 4 in Lisbon, Portugal, at the age of 88.
Aga Khan's funeral service held in Portugal ahead of private burial ceremony in Egypt
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Spain’s King Emeritus Juan Carlos were among the dignitaries who attended Saturday’s private ceremony for His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini at the Ismaili community center. Portugal’s President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and the mayor of Lisbon were also among the mourners.
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's Ismaili Muslims, dies at 88
Considered by his followers to be a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, the Aga Khan was a business magnate​ and philanthropist.
His Highness the Aga Khan IV: End of an Era
Throughout his life, Aga Khan IV championed the belief that Islam is a thinking, spiritual faith that teaches compassion, tolerance, and the dignity of humankind.
Why was Aga Khan IV laid to rest in Egypt's Aswan?
Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, was laid to rest in Aswan, Egypt, on Sunday during a private ceremony.His death, which was announced on February 4, 2025, at the age of 88,
King grants new Aga Khan title of ‘His Highness’
Charles is continuing a long-standing tradition and following in the footsteps of his mother Queen Elizabeth II.
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Book of Condolence for His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV
Hussaini, Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, passed away peacefully at the age of 88, in ...
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan V assumes leadership in accession ceremony
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V received global leaders of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community at his Accession Ceremony today, ...
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Samia joins world leaders in mourning the death of His Highness Aga Khan IV
World leaders mourn the death of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and remember his lifelong commitment to peace and development.
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King Charles honors new Aga Khan with ‘His Highness’ title
Hussaini, the title of 'His Highness'.Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini was named as the Aga Khan V following the death of his father ...
LOSD Inspired by Aga Khan’s Vision: Advancing Lifelong Learning and Skills Development
Prof. Dr. Parin Somani shares how LOSD aligns with the Aga Khan’s values and its role in shaping a more knowledgeable and ...
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Aga Khan’s big contribution to education
In 1908, the British Colonial Government appointed Prof Nelson Fraser as an education adviser for East Africa. His first task was to review the prevailing socio-economic and cultural environment and ...