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Mountain View City Park Grasmere

Branch of Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas Magaliesburg

Mountain City Islamic Centre is a community-based Islamic organisation established solely for the pleasure of Allah (SWT) and dedicated to serving the spiritual, educational, and social needs of the Muslim community in Mountain View, Grasmere, Johannesburg.

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The center mission is to strengthen and empower the community through Islamic education, Da'wah, youth development, social welfare programmes, and community empowerment initiatives while extending the beauty, compassion, and teachings of Islam to those seeking guidance. The Centre is committed to nurturing a knowledgeable, united, and self-reliant Muslim community founded upon the principles of faith, compassion, service, and social responsibility.

 

Community Background

Mountain View, Grasmere (Region G, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality) is a disadvantaged informal and semi-urban settlement situated south of Johannesburg near Finetown and Ennerdale.

The area is characterised by high levels of unemployment, poverty, limited public services, and inadequate social infrastructure. Despite these challenges, the local Muslim community continues to grow steadily, with many families embracing Islam and requiring ongoing religious guidance, education, and welfare support.

A significant proportion of current congregation consists of new Muslims (reverts) who rely on the Centre for Islamic education, mentorship, spiritual development, and community integration.

 

Current Situation

Mountain City Islamic Centre currently serves approximately 162 beneficiaries through its religious, educational, and welfare programmes. Despite the growing needs of the community, all religious activities are presently conducted from a modest 12 square metre zinc structure (Zozo hut).

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Current Situation

The existing facility has:

  • No electricity

  • No running water

  • No ablution facilities

  • Extremely limited space

  • No dedicated classrooms

  • No office or counselling space

These conditions severely restrict our ability to accommodate worshippers, provide quality Islamic education, conduct community programmes, and expand our outreach initiatives.

Nevertheless, by the grace of Allah (SWT), the Centre continues to serve the community with unwavering dedication despite these significant limitations.

Pictorial Tour of Mountain View City Park Grasmere

Current Programmes and Services

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Despite limited infrastructure and resources, Mountain City Islamic Centre offers a range of programmes that positively impact the local community.

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Religious and Educational Programmes

  • Daily and weekly Salah (prayer)

  • Qur'an recitation and memorisation classes

  • Islamic education for children and adults

  • Madrasah classes

  • Weekly Islamic lectures

  • Da'wah and outreach programmes

  • Islamic counselling and spiritual guidance

  • Support and mentoring for new Muslims (reverts)

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Community Development

  • Youth development programmes

  • Children's Islamic education

  • Women's Islamic learning circles

  • Community engagement initiatives

  • Home visitation programme

  • Family support and counselling

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Social Welfare

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  • Weekly feeding scheme

  • Food parcel distribution to vulnerable families

  • Emergency relief assistance

  • Community support for disadvantaged households

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Da'wah and Community Outreach

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Da'wah remains one of the core pillars of Mountain City Islamic Centre.

Our outreach initiatives are designed to foster understanding, strengthen faith, and build positive relationships within the wider community through:

  • Teaching authentic Islam based on the Qur'an and Sunnah

  • Supporting and mentoring new Muslims

  • Public Islamic awareness and educational programmes

  • Home visits and pastoral care

  • Community engagement and outreach

  • Promoting social cohesion, compassion, and peaceful coexistence

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Through these initiatives, the Centre continues to serve as a beacon of hope, guidance, and community development for one of Johannesburg's most underserved Muslim communities.

By the grace of Allah (SWT), we aspire to establish a fully equipped Islamic Centre that will provide a dignified place of worship, comprehensive educational facilities, and sustainable community development programmes for generations to come.

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Phase One Development Project

Establishing a Permanent Place of Worship and Learning

Mountain City Islamic Centre seeks to establish a modest yet dignified Islamic facility that will provide a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for worship, Islamic education, Da'wah, and community development.

The current 12 m² zinc structure is no longer adequate to accommodate the growing needs of the congregation. The proposed first phase focuses on creating essential infrastructure that will immediately improve the quality of services offered to the community while laying a strong foundation for future expansion.

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Phase One Components

The first phase of the project will include:

  • Construction and installation of a 24 m² Wendy House or Log House to serve as a Jamaat Khana (prayer facility) and Madrasah.

  • Installation of a solar lighting system to enable evening prayers, Qur'an classes, and community programmes.

  • Supply and installation of quality flooring and prayer carpets.

  • Shelving and secure storage for copies of the Qur'an, Islamic literature, educational materials, and administrative records.

  • Installation of a JoJo water storage tank to provide water for ablution and general use.

  • Basic site preparation and associated installation costs.

Target to Raise: R50, 000.00

This initial investment will transform the Centre from a temporary zinc shelter into a functional community facility capable of serving the current congregation while accommodating future growth.

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Phase Two Vision

As the Muslim community continues to expand, Mountain City Islamic Centre intends to embark on a second phase of development.

Subject to future funding, Phase Two will include:

  • Drilling and equipping a borehole to provide a sustainable water supply (cost to be determined following a professional site assessment).

  • Expansion of the prayer facilities.

  • Dedicated classrooms for Madrasah.

  • Ablution and sanitation facilities.

  • Office and counselling space.

  • Multipurpose community hall.

  • Enhanced welfare and youth development facilities.

 

This phased approach ensures responsible stewardship of donor funds while allowing the Centre to grow in line with the needs of the community.

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Long-Term Community Impact

Supporting Mountain City Islamic Centre is an investment in sustainable community development and a form of Sadaqah Jariyah—a continuous charity whose benefits extend far beyond the initial contribution.

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The proposed facility will:

  • Provide a dignified and permanent place of worship for the local Muslim community.

  • Offer structured Islamic education for children, youth, and adults.

  • Strengthen and mentor new Muslims through organised educational and support programmes.

  • Expand Da'wah and community outreach initiatives.

  • Promote moral values, family stability, and social cohesion.

  • Provide a centre for welfare programmes, feeding schemes, and humanitarian assistance.

  • Create opportunities for lifelong learning, spiritual growth, and community service.

Every prayer performed, every Qur'an lesson delivered, every child educated, every revert supported, and every act of charity facilitated within the Centre will, In shā' Allāh, continue to generate lasting rewards for those who contributed towards its establishment.

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The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:

"When a person dies, all their deeds come to an end except three: ongoing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah), beneficial knowledge, or a righteous child who prays for them."
(Sahih Muslim)

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We humbly invite individuals, families, businesses, charitable foundations, and Islamic organisations to partner with Mountain City Islamic Centre in establishing a place where faith, knowledge, compassion, and community development will flourish for generations to come.

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May Allah (SWT) accept every contribution, bless every donor abundantly, and make this project a source of continuous reward in this life and the Hereafter. Āmīn.

This project is being undertaken by Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas Magaliesburg as outreach programme in partnership with Sunninghill Jamaat Khan and Ashraful Aid.

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For further information please contact

Brother Salman Khan

Email: Salkhan1@yahoo.com Whatsapp 082 691 6048

www.durim.org

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For donation:

Banking details:

Standard Bank

Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas

Lilah and Sadaqah jariah

Acc No: 10140132072

Branch: Northgate

Code: 051001

Reference: Your Name or Mountain View Project

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Appeal for Assistace and Donation

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We respectfully appeal to you to consider supporting Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas through financial contributions, Sadaqah, Lillah, Zakaat (where applicable), or donations in kind. Your assistance will directly contribute towards sustaining and expanding the services provided by the institution.

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Among the urgent needs currently identified are:

  • Food supplies and groceries (monthly contribution is encouraged)

  • Bedding, blankets and mattresses (R7000)

  • Kitchen utensils, gas stoves and catering equipment (R5000)

  • Educational materials and Islamic literature (In-kind or financial donation)

  • Furniture, cupboards and accommodation necessities (R3000)

  • General operational and maintenance support (monthly contribution is encouraged)

  • Sponsorship towards boarding and meal expenses (monthly contribution is encouraged)

  • Renovation of Wadhu khana (R5000)

  • Solar power supply to get off grid (R25,000)

  • Used or new Clothing and footwear for needy students for both 34 male female (age 7 to 20 years old)

Note: we will be placing clothing collection boxes at Sunninghill Jamaat Khana, please handed your gifts to Mauzzin Moosa.

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*All other items please make cash donation in the banking details given below.

 

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:

"The best of you are those who learn the Qur'an and teach it."
(Sahih al-Bukhari)

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Your contribution, regardless of its size, represents an investment in the education of future scholars, Huffaaz, community leaders and responsible citizens. It is also an opportunity to earn ongoing reward through Sadaqah Jaariyah, as the benefits of supporting Islamic education continue to touch countless lives for generations to come.

We sincerely invite you to partner with us in this noble endeavour. Together, we can ensure that Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas remains a beacon of hope, guidance and compassion within our communities.

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May Allah (SWT) accept your generosity, bless your sustenance, and grant you abundant reward in this world and in the Hereafter.

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To Donate:

Banking Details

Standard Bank

Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas

Zakat,Lilah and Sadaqah jariah

Acc No :10140132072

Branch: Northgate

Code: 051001

Reference: Your Name- Zakat/Lilah/Sadaqah

 

Contact details:

Brother Salman Khan

Email: salkhan1@yahoo.com

Whatsapp only: 0826916048

www.durim.org

Jazakumullahu Khayran for your kindness and consideration.

Yours faithfully,

Darul Uloom Ravia Ilyas – Sasolburg

"Whoever relieves a believer's distress of the distressful aspects of this world, Allah will rescue him from a difficulty of the difficulties of the Hereafter."
(Sahih Muslim)

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