The 30 Feels of Using a Muslim Dating App
Okay am I actually doing this? Have we really gotten to this point in life? Facebook log in? Oh hell no… Actually the look and feel of this app is alright, I’m impressed. Okay verifying
The Rise and Inevitable Fall of Hijabi Influencers
Mainstream and social media has recently been abuzz with Muslim women removing their scarves. My initial reaction is to ask why anyone feels the need to publicly announce a choice so personal as wearing a
For the People, From the People
When I first started this NGO, I only had one goal: to save the world. Sounds silly, doesn’t it? How can one person save the whole wide world? But to start working towards this goal
Low Impact Life
I'm writing this while I'm out to lunch at a cafe. The menu only has a few options - which I usually like as it means the kitchen has a few tried and tested meals
The Tale of a Turban
By writing anything remotely related to wearing the scarf, I have to say, I’m groaning on the inside. But before you stop reading this article, you should know that isn’t about the politics of wearing
Understanding Michelin Stars
When I say “Michelin”, depending who you are, one of two things should come to mind, either the white rubber mascot known fondly as the Michelin Man (the distant light-skinned French cousin of South Africa’s
Welcome to Hikaayat
السلام عليكم Welcome to Hikaayat! Hikaayat means story in Arabic and we have created this online magazine to serve as a space for Muslim women to breathe, share and voice opinions on anything and everything
Ramadan can revive you, even if you feel dead inside.
“How do we receive Allah’s gaze on the first night of Ramadan? We do this by striving to purify our hearts, being in a state of brokenness in front of Allah and having a sincere
The Fast Track to Human Connection
“No food or drink for all the daylight hours? Not even water?” “No, not even water” I replied. “But don’t you get thirsty?” “Yes, I often do.” “I could never do that” She could though.
Travelling Solo
Travelling to a foreign country alone can be daunting, but it is probably one of the most valuable things you will ever do. It is scary, exciting, takes guts and is unforgettable. Travel always changes