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Qibla (group)

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Qibla is a Shi'a political organisation in South Africa. It was founded by Ahmed Cassiem in the 1980s, seeking to replace apartheid with an Islamic theocracy as inspired by the events of the Iranian Revolution. The organisation's radical ideology contrasts with the local conservative and mostly Sunni community. Qibla associated with People Against Gangsterism and Drugs, another radical movement that used to be known for their acts of violence.

The organisation also has two affiliated sister organisations working on charity and education respectively. Mustadhafin Foundationis reported to be the first relief agency to respond in areas affected by a nineties typhoon in Cape Town. This Qibla affiliated organisation is currently still offering support and relief services to various disenfranchised communities in South Africa. The other affiliated organisation known as Iqraa Foundation, is an education based agency also working among disenfranchised communities.

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