Security Guards have been employed at Mowbray Cemetery as the latest addition to tightening security measures at the historical Cemetery. In October 2019 graves were desecrated putting the Muslim community of the Cape into panic as more than 80 tombstones were removed during the night. The need for the security measure was of paramount importance READ MORE
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Sh. Sayed Moegsien Bin Alawi (RA) at Mowbray Cemetery – Kramats obtain national heritage status
Friday 3 December marked an important milestone for the Muslim Community not only in Cape Town but countrywide when ten Kramats were officially declared National Heritage Sites. The Cape Mazaar Society and Vidamemoria Heritage Consultants initiated the serial nomination of the Kramats (also known as Mazaars). The announcement was made during a ceremony at the READ MORE
Wall Height increased at Mowbray Cemetery
To increase security measures and reduce trespassing, the Mowbray Cemetery has increased the height of the Northern border wall down Browning road spanning just over half a kilometer. In October 2019 graves were desecrated putting the Muslim community of the Cape into panic as more than 80 tombstones were removed during the night. The wall READ MORE
Ghusl facility launched at Mowbray Cemetery
Cape Town – The Mowbray Cemetery has officially launched its on-site ghusl facility for washing and preparation for deceased persons. Chairman of the Moslem Cemetery Board, Faizal Sayed with members of the board and the presidency of the Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) and other invited guests were part of the ribbon cutting ceremony. The custom-designed READ MORE
Kramat at Mowbray Cemetery open after extensive upgrade
Mowbray Cemetery is pleased to announce the re-opening of the Kramat of Sayed Moegsien Bin Alawie (R.A) following an extensive repair and upgrade project. Flooding in the Cemetery between September and October 2020 caused damage to the structure. The site that was recently declared a National Heritage site, was officially opened to the public.The repairs READ MORE
Mowbray Cemetery Launches Bursary Fund for Students of Deen
The Mowbray Cemetery Bursary Fund was initiated by the Board Chairman Faizal Sayed and Inspired by Shaykh Riad Fataar of the MJC. History has it that Shaykh Fataar had made numerous requests for such discussion knowing the challenges students of Deen face. The Moslem Cemetery Board eventually launched the Mowbray Cemetery Bursary Fund for Students of READ MORE
Community urged to assist in upkeep of graves at Mowbray Muslim Cemetery
Community urged to assist in upkeep of graves at Mowbray Muslim Cemetery. https://www.iol.co.za/capeargus/news/community-urged-to-assist-in-upkeep-of-graves-at-mowbray-muslim-cemetery-61104ad0-e61b-4085-8edc-a4dbe93efe00