by admin | Feb 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Month of Rajab 1442 ٱلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ Jummah Mubarak The month of Rajab is the precursor to the months of Shabaan and Ramadaan. The significance of this month is heightened as we have now commenced the first vaccination of frontline health care workers against the COVID virus in our country. We hope this is the beginning of reaching population immunity against the COVID virus as we emerge from the second wave. We pray that the predicted third wave will be nullified, In Shaa Allah. We also take this opportunity to congratulate the Class of 2020 for achieving academic success in their Matric exams, which were written under challenging learning conditions. Mubarak to all! We wish to remind learners that our deadline for the JHESS Bursary applications has been extended to 31 March 2021. Application forms are available online on the JHESS webpage. On 5 March 2021, it will be the first anniversary of the first COVID case in South Africa. We remember all Marhomeen who succumbed to this virus over the past year. We also salute all health workers for risking their lives daily to take care of us. Let us continue to seek Allah’s forgiveness and mercy. JHESS members committed to complete Quran Khatams in memory of our loved ones. We will be concluding the Quran Khatam led by Shaykh Ismail Isaacs virtually on 5 March 2021 at 20h30. Shaykh Sadullah Khan will be making the closing duah and we invite you all to join us on Zoom by clicking on link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84596411664?pwd=dU1Sdk1EUmlJakt1T1JyTE9DSG Should your family wish to complete a Khatam, please let us know. Whilst the...
by admin | Jan 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Beginning of the New Year 2021 ٱلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ Jummah MubarakToday I am writing to you with a heavy heart at the sad loss of so many of our family members and friends over the past two weeks. In our circle, we have witnessed 14 Janazah’s from 1 January 2021 to date.We convey our sincerest condolences to all the families that have suffered losses and May Allah grant the Marhomeen Jannatul Firduas and sabr jameelan in the hearts of the families.We also pray for so many more suffering from COVID, who are hospitalised or at home May Allah grant them a speedy recovery Insha’Allah.We once again appeal to each one of you to adopt a voluntary lockdown so that you protect yourselves and your families. Whilst most are adhering to the non-pharmaceutical protocols which we have termed the GOLDEN RULES others are still not compliant to these protocols fully by wearing the masks properly over the nose; social distancing at family get togethers; and washing of hands.We are also concerned of the dropping of our guard of these protocols particularly at Janazah’s and the indiscipline of burial societies, religious leaders, and families by non-conformance of these protocols and directives. Janazah’s, family get togethers and social events are potential super spreaders and therefore every effort should be made to cease these activities/occasions immediately for our own safety and for the safety and respect towards others.During the 1st Wave the vulnerable and aged were at risk however with the new variant the infections are affecting all age groups and the fatalities are also impacting the younger age groups. This 2nd Wave...
by admin | Dec 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
The past year (2020) in review and the future (2021) ٱلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ Jummah MubarakAs we bid 2020 farewell South Africa has recorded the highest daily number of infections of 17,700 two days ago. We will never forget 2020 that has taught us crucial life lessons such as: patience, empathy, surviving severe challenges and adoption to minimalism.We have witnessed a year of destruction losing lives and livelihoods yet we as mere mortals refuse to take heed of this devastating virus COVID 19. After 10 months of misery some people are still in denial, others remain irresponsible and undisciplined refusing to adhere to the health protocols that have been publicised continuously.As we enter 2021 we see no light at the end of the tunnel because this virus will continue to mutate and bring further hardships, vaccines will be limited in the near future and 2021 will be equally dire as 2020 unless we take responsibility individually; collectively guide our communities; and leaders of society rise to the occasion as true leaders to encourage one and all to adhere to the health protocols to save lives and minimise hardship. Previous pandemics have lasted at least 3years. This pandemic is no exception. We are currently in the 2nd wave which is worse than the 1st wave due to the virus variant which is highly infectious with a high viral load and affecting younger individuals more severely. Be prepared for a possible 3rd or 4th wave.On this platform we have continuously urged our membership to adopt the Golden Rules of wearing a mask over the nose, wash hands regularly and showing respect to one...
by admin | Dec 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Please click the line below to view the corresponding newsletter in PDF Issue 2 Volume 1 – July 2021 Issue 1 Volume 1 – May 2021 Issue 2 Volume 1 – December 2020 Issue 1 Volume 1 – August...
by admin | Nov 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Over the past ten days, the daily infection rate in South Africa has been averaging ± 2,200. Yesterday we recorded 3,200 infections. This is a significant increase.The Premier of the Western Cape issued a statement this past Wednesday indicating a 52% increase over the last week alone, primarily in the Cape Metro and the Garden Route districts.A snap survey of local medical practices has also indicated a daily increase in reported infections of ± 6 per day this week, following a lull in September and October.We therefore call on all our members and families to stick to the Golden Rules of wearing a mask, maintaining physical distancing, washing hands regularly and minimising attendance at gatherings, social events and shopping malls. These are super spreader areas that are best avoided.The fact that over 21,000 people have succumbed to this virus is a sober reminder of the virulence of this disease, and the number is increasing.Despite the relaxation of the alert levels to increase economic activity and protect livelihoods, COVID-19 is around.We are entering the holiday period and, given that it is the end of the school or university year, coupled with the lockdown fatigue people are experiencing, most of us will be tempted to socialise and meet up with friends.Young people, please be cautious as you could be asymptomatic and endanger your parents or grandparents. Once again, stick to the Golden Rules.We call on you to implement self-lockdown behaviour and respect the lives of your loved ones and the greater community.Each one of us should act responsibly, be vigilant and adhere to the rules at all times so that we...
