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Help build the first Masjid in Vic Falls

According to the last census of Victoria Falls Town in Zimbabwe the total number residents was around 65000. This includes at least 30 Muslim families.

The Muslim Community of Vic Falls currently utilise 2 rooms in Brother Yusuf Makwemba’s home for daily and Jummah prayers. At the same venue they will be starting Madressa classes for both children and adults.

The house where prayers are currently held — Brother Yusuf Makweba’s home

The room in Brother Yusuf home that is utilised for daily prayers. On Jummuah this is extended into the lounge so that the sisters can join the congregation. — The room in Brother Yusuf’s home that is utilised for daily prayers.

For Jummuah prayers, the prayer area is extended into the lounge so that the sisters can join the congregation.

The Vic Falls Muslim Association is embarking on a project to build Vic Falls’ first masjid for the local community and visitors. The plans for the new masjid include a Madressa and burial services. 2500 square metres of land has been procured in Chinotimba but is pending a site survey and council approval.

The site for the new mosque is 2500 square meters

The women of the community will also be involved in the Mosque committee and decision making

This an integrated community where a Church is also being built next to the future Mosque

The mosque committee consists of:

Imam Hussain Ajaba

Secretary: Brother Yusuf Makwemba

Treasurer: Brother Ishmael Mkanyira

If you would like to assist in any way, please contact Brother Ishmael Mkanyira on +263 772 369 851 or ishmaelzw@yahoo.com

Location of the new Masjid:

Location of the current prayer facility at Brother Yusuf’s house: