The Lord Mayor of Coventry in West Midlands, United Kingdom - Councillor Hazel Noonan and her Consort visited the Tanzanian community living in the City of Coventry and projects run by the Community.
Lord Mayor of Coventry visits Tanzanian community
Lord Mayor of Coventry visits Tanzanian community
At the evening hosted by Madrasatul Aqsaa, a community Supplementary School, she commended the good work done by this community and pledged the support of the Government.
The Head of the School - Ustadh Ally Khamisi recounted to the audience - the journey of the Madrasa and where it is at the moment. He said it has been a focal point of the community especially in relation to social, cultural and spiritual matters. He went on to say that the school needs to expand and move to new premises that will accommodate the huge student population: "We are now in the process of buying a new place which will act as our Community Centre, Prayer House and Supplementary School."
Lord Mayor of Coventry visits Tanzanian community
Lord Mayor of Coventry visits Tanzanian community
Lord Mayor of Coventry visits Tanzanian community
Lord Mayor of Coventry visits Tanzanian community
The event was organised by New Deal Africa which was represented by its Chairperson - Ms Enzy Larusai.