Libya and the brutal reality of migrant ‘deterrence’
Hafed Al-Ghwell January 10, 2026 Libya no longer functions as a transit space between Africa and Europe. It has become an endpoint. For tens of thousands of migrants and refugees […]
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Rafiq A. Tschannen
Rafiq A. Tschannen is a Swiss national. He converted to Islam and joined the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community at the age of 16 after reading the German translation of the Holy Qur'an. He worked in 15 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, first as Finance Director in the private industry and later as Chief Executive Officer of NGOs and International Governmental Organizations. He is now devoting his time to The Muslim Times as Editor for Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Switzerland and as Associate Chief Editor.
The Hashemite Custodianship: A safety valve for Jerusalem
Editorial|21:12 December 17, 2025 His Majesty King Abdullah’s meeting on Wednesday with Muslim and Christian religious leaders from Jerusalem and Jordan reaffirmed Jordan’s historic and enduring role in protecting Jerusalem’s […]
Combining the prayers: The exception to the rule and importance of appointed timings
10th January 2026 0 Share Azhar Ahmad Goraya, Missionary, USA In our worldly lives, we are governed by the clock. We respect the doctor’s appointment. We rush to catch the […]
Ahmadiyya and the Ministry of Forestry in Indonesia collaborate to plant 10’500 Trees
Pemimpin Nasional Jemaah Ahmadiyah Indonesia, Zaki Firdaus Syahid (tengah) saat menanam pohon dalam memperingati Hari Lingkungan Hidup Indonesia di Ciseeng, Bogor, Jawa Barat, Sabtu (10/1/2026) (Foto: RRI/Aditya Prabowo) KBRN, Jakarta: […]
Friday Sermon Summary 9th January 2026: ‘Spending Out of One’s Pure Wealth & Announcement of New Waqf-e-Jadid Year’
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad – Khalifatul Masih V(aba)Ahmadiyyat•Financial System 9th January 2026 Summary prepared by The Review of Religions After reciting Tashahhud, Ta‘awwuz and Surah al-Fatihah, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba) recited […]
Ahmadis in Guyana are being targeted by Pakistani cleric
By Stabroek News January 7, 2026 Dear Editor, Peace be upon you, We are profoundly grateful that in Guyana, all religious communities enjoy full freedom to practice their faith without fear of persecution. This is the beauty of a country that, although small and developing, has always upheld a spirit of […]
Ghana: Vice President opens 93rd Jalsa Salana in Gomoa, reaffirms gov’t commitment to inclusive development
Source: Prince Adu-Owusu 8 January 2026 Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang on Thursday, January 8, officially opened the 93rd edition of the Jalsa Salana Ghana 2026 in Gomoa in […]
Ghana: Vice President attends 2026 Jalsa Salana National Convention in Gomoa
Source Adomonline January 8, 2026 Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has attended the opening of the 2026 Jalsa Salana, the National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, held in […]
Book Review: Polygamy Today
The book, available on Amazon, is getting interesting and good reviews. Did you get it yet? Read sample Polygamy Today: Polygamy Today in the Western World in a Global Perspective with Reflections on its Past and Present Kindle Edition by Rafiq Tschannen (Author), Dr. Qanita (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (1) See all formats […]
Adam, Iblis and the meaning of jinn
8th January 2026 Jalees Ahmad, Al Hakam The story of Prophet Adamas and Iblis, the jinn who rejected him out of arrogance, is a well-known story among Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Iblis, who […]
After converting to Islam, Japanese artist creates Seljuk art
by Daily Sabah with AA ISTANBUL Jan 08, 2026 – Japanese artist Şule Shinku Shirakawa poses during an interview in Istanbul, Türkiye, Jan. 7, 2025. (AA Photo) After embracing Islam, Japanese […]
How TV shows like ‘Mo’ and ‘Muslim Matchmaker’ allow Arab and Muslim Americans to tell their stories
(Clockwise) Hoda Abrahim, founder and CEO of, “Love, Inshallah,”, Actor Ramy Youssef, Mohammed Amer and Yasmin Elhady. (AP) Updated 5 sec ago AP December 28, 2025 COLUMBUS, Ohio: Whether it’s […]
‘We as Muslims Cannot Be Against Jews’: Sheikh Mohammad Mehdizade on Challenging Islamic Radicalism and Combating Antisemitism in Europe
Search ‘We as Muslims Cannot Be Against Jews’: Sheikh Mahammad Mehdizade on Challenging Islamic Radicalism and Combating Antisemitism in Europe Sheikh Mahammad Mehdizade — European Director of the Global Imams Council — […]
Playing with Fire
Religious Freedom, Civil Society, and State Neutrality in the EU Court of Justice 18 December 2025 The Court of Justice’s narrow understanding of religious freedom under EU law and of the social […]
Resolving the war in Sudan should be a top priority
Dr. Majid Rafizadeh January 07, 2026 Sudan is approaching the end of the third year of its devastating and bloody civil war. The Sudanese conflict can be characterized not only […]
‘Is knowledge better or wealth?’: God’s grace and the Ahmadiyya Khilafat
27th May 2025 M Adam Ahmad, Al Hakam Sitting in the tranquil atmosphere of Darul Aman Qadian, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmadas observes two of his blessed sons engaged in a reflective conversation. The young Mahmudra and Bashirra are earnestly debating whether knowledge or wealth is more valuable. The Promised Messiahas gently offers his insight, […]
Jalsa Salana Ghana 2026
for all information please click here … https://jalsaghana.org/ I wish I was there… last year’s picture. Tomorrow we will have this year’s … !!!
Jalsa Salana Ghana 2026
Guests starting to arrive. The Jalsa wil start tomorrow.
Ahmadiyya Amir urges lawfulness, peace as Gambia marks New Year
thevoiceJanuary 5, 2026 By Haddy Touray The Amir of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at in The Gambia, Baba F. Trawally, has called on Gambians to uphold unity, peace, and tolerance as […]
Seven great tips for the working Muslim in Ramadan
Ramadan is the most blessed time of the year for Muslims, and opens the door for opportunities to remove any bad habits and introduce new ones, whilst gaining immense reward. […]