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South African MP Songezo Zibi has sounded the alarm over the rise of Christian nationalism, warning that efforts to sow religious division are gaining ground in the country. Responding to the recent viral anti-halaal controversy, Zibi warned that Christian nationalist rhetoric is being deliberately imported from the US to fuel religious tensions and turn South Africans against one another. #halal #islamophobia #southafrica FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Halal scaremongering is Islamophobia
From the Sahara to Muslim Spain, Al-Murabitun (Almoravids) built one of Africa’s most powerful Islamic empires. Emerging in the 11th century among the Sanhaja Amazigh (Berber) tribes, this Sunni reform movement united much of North Africa, dominated trans-Saharan trade routes and defended Al-Andalus against Christian expansion. #islamichistory #africanhistory #islam In episode 4 of One Nation Media’s 10-part series, “The Islamic Civilisation of Africa”, Shaykh Mustafa Briggs explores the rise of Al-Murabitun, its Islamic foundations and its lasting legacy across North Africa and Muslim Spain. This is Africa’s Islamic heritage. A history that deserves to be told, and known. Watch episode 4 now! FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Al-Murabitun and Islamic Spain
In this week’s episode of The African Muslimah, Roomanah Hassen-Botha, founder of Muslimah Stand Tall, discusses the challenges facing Muslim women in accessing charitable assistance, community support and opportunities for sustainable empowerment. Sharing the heartbreaking story of a pregnant revert who walked 40 kilometres seeking zakat assistance, only to be turned away, Hassen-Botha challenges the culture of “toxic charity”. She also highlights the importance of dignity and compassion in charitable giving, and empowering Muslim women through faith, collaboration and community-building. #islam #muslimwomen #africanwomen Topcis of discussion include: - How Roomanah Hassen-Botha’s upbringing and family values inspired nearly two decades of community service. - Founding a Muslim women’s organisation at university and building a network of support, resources and scholars. - Empowering Muslim women financially, socially, legally, intellectually, spiritually and emotionally. - The heartbreaking story of a pregnant revert who walked 40 kilometres seeking charitable assistance, only to be turned away. - Upholding women’s rights according to the Qur’an and Sunnah, free from harmful cultural practices. - Moving beyond emergency relief towards sustainable empowerment and financial independence. - Mobilising Muslim women through shared experiences, collaboration and collective action. - Balancing marriage, motherhood, entrepreneurship and community service through faith and family support. - Embracing Islam as a source of solutions and fulfilling women’s potential to benefit their families and communities. 🎙️ Hosted by Na’ima B. Robert | Author, presenter, and book coach based in Harare, Zimbabwe 📺 New episodes coming soon — subscribe so you don’t miss them! 🔔 Hit the bell to be notified when we go live! FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Roomanah Hassen-Botha | Helping Muslim Women Rise To Greatness | TAM #9
A Somali Muslim man has been hailed a hero after stopping a runaway school bus carrying 18 children in Minnesota. Ebro Ahmed, 27, rushed onto the moving bus in St Paul after the driver suffered a medical emergency. CCTV footage shows Ahmed applying the parking brake, averting a potential tragedy. None of the children were injured, and his quick thinking has earned widespread praise. His bravery stands in stark contrast to President Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on Somali communities in America, whom he has accused of contributing nothing to the country and said he does not want in the US. #somali #minnesota #usa FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Somali hero rescues school bus full of kids
For over 1,000 years, the Kanem-Bornu Empire stood as one of Africa’s most powerful and enduring Islamic civilisations. Stretching across present-day Chad, Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon and southern Libya, this great Muslim empire dominated vital trans-Saharan trade routes, built its wealth through commerce and military strength, and became a centre of Islamic learning and scholarship. In the third episode of One Nation Media’s 10-part series, “The Islamic Civilisation of Africa”, Shaykh Mustafa Briggs explores the remarkable history of Kanem-Bornu, its rise to power, its Islamic heritage and its lasting influence across the African continent. This is Africa’s Islamic heritage. A history that deserves to be told, and known. Watch episode 3 now! #islamichistory #africa #africanhistory FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Kanem-Bornu: The Islamic Empire That Ruled for 1,000 Years
The UAE is waging an online war on Islam and Muslims, deploying an army of influencers, propagandists and social media operatives to demonise Islamic beliefs, undermine Muslim political activism and reshape how Islam is understood and practised. #uae #israel #mbz Under the guise of combating the Muslim Brotherhood and so-called “radical Islam”, Abu Dhabi’s campaign goes far beyond targeting a political movement. Its critics argue that the real objective is to marginalise normative Islam, silence politically conscious Muslims and promote a sanitised, depoliticised version of the faith that serves the interests of the Emirati regime and its Israeli allies. In this explosive One Nation Media explainer, we expose the influencers, narratives and political agenda behind the UAE’s online war on Islam and Muslims. FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
The UAE’s online war on Islam and Muslims
In this week’s episode of The African Muslimah, clinical microbiologist and global health strategist Dr Zara Modibbo discusses the challenges facing African women in accessing essential healthcare, from cancer screenings and mental health support to treatment for conditions that profoundly affect their lives. #africanwomen #muslimwomen #womenshealth Drawing on the personal experiences that shaped her career, Dr Modibbo reflects on her mission to improve women’s healthcare across Africa and the importance of creating medical environments that protect women’s privacy, uphold their dignity and understand the social and cultural challenges they face. - Dr Zara reflects on building a legacy of faith, purpose and service. - Dr Zara’s mother’s struggles inspired her commitment to women’s health. - The importance of privacy, dignity and female healthcare professionals in encouraging women to seek care. - Women’s health challenges: postpartum depression, anxiety, heart disease, fibroids, infertility and menopause. - Understanding the social pressures and stigma affecting African women’s health. - Creating safe, women-centred spaces for healthcare, screenings and support. - Why balancing family and career is about navigating life’s seasons. - How healthcare costs limit preventive care and leave patients unable to settle hospital bills. - The loss of skilled healthcare professionals due to poor working conditions. - The need for well-funded laboratories, skilled staff, accountability and effective government oversight. The African Muslimah is a flagship series on One Nation Media (ONM), an intimate, honest exploration of how Islam shapes the identity, choices, and impact of African Muslim women across the continent and diaspora. 🎙️ Hosted by Na’ima B. Robert | Author, presenter, and book coach based in Harare, Zimbabwe 📺 New episodes coming soon — subscribe so you don’t miss them! 🔔 Hit the bell to be notified when we go live! FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Dr Zara Modibbo | Building A Healthy Africa | TAM #8
Why are growing numbers of Americans turning against Israel while their government continues to provide unwavering political, military and financial support? From shifting public opinion to mounting criticism from athletes, actors and younger generations, American attitudes towards Israel are changing, even as Washington remains firmly committed to its ally. As Israel’s devastation of Gaza continues to provoke international outrage, more Americans are questioning what their government is defending and why billions of dollars in US funding continue to flow to Israel. #usa #israel #gaza FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
Why is Americans’ support for Israel weakening?
From Ethiopia to Egypt and Tunisia, the footsteps of the Sahaba (RA) are etched into Africa’s Islamic history. Long before the rise of Africa’s great Muslim empires and sultanates, the Companions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ travelled to the continent, lived among its people and left behind an enduring legacy of faith, sacrifice and dawah. In the first episode of One Nation Media’s 10-part series, “The Islamic Civilisation of Africa”, Shaykh @mustafabriggs explores the remarkable history of the Sahaba in Africa, including those who lived, fought, died and were buried on the continent. This is Africa’s Islamic heritage. A history that deserves to be told. Watch episode 1 now! #islamichistory #islam #africa FOLLOW ONE NATION MEDIA: Website: https://1nationmedia.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1NationMediaTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1nationmediaFB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1nationmediainsta X (Twitter): https://x.com/1nationmediax TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1.nation.media Telegram: https://t.me/onenationmediaTG
The Sahabah buried in Africa!
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