Aga Khan, Imam

The Aga Khan V Formally Enthroned as the 50th Hereditary Imam of Ismaili Muslims
The global Ismaili Muslim community witnessed a historic and deeply significant moment today as Shah Rahim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan V, formally ascended to the office of Imamat as the 50th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims.
Aga Khan, the leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt during private burial ceremony
Prince Karim, 88, was given the title of “His Highness” by Queen Elizabeth in July 1957, two weeks after his grandfather, the Aga Khan III, unexpectedly made him heir to the family’s 1,300-year dynasty as leader of the Ismaili Muslim sect.
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V Assumes Leadership As 50th Hereditary Imam Of Shia Ismailis
According to a statement issued by the community, in 2018, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV designated the Henrique de Mendonça Palace, Lisbon, as the seat of the Ismaili Imamat, to be known as the “Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat”. The term Diwan is an Arabic, Indian, and Persian term that means the court or chief administrative office of the Imam.
Aga Khan V takes over role of spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims
In his inaugural address, he “pledged to dedicate his life to care for the spiritual and material well-being of the Ismaili Jamat.”
Private burial service held in Egypt for Aga Khan, hereditary imam of Shiite Ismaili Muslims
A burial service for Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary imam of the Shiite Ismaili Muslims, was held in the southern Egyptian province of Aswan on Sunday.
Tribute: Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV (1936–2025)
Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV and 49th Imam of Nizari Ismaili Muslims, died February 4. He was 88. The Aga Khan’s eldest son, Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini, has been designated the Aga Khan V.
New Aga Khan named: Rahim Al-Hussaini succeeds father as Ismaili Muslims’ leader
Rahim Al-Hussaini was named Wednesday as the new Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world’s millions of Ismaili Muslims, following the death of his father.
Aga Khan’s funeral service held in Portugal ahead of private burial ceremony in Egypt
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Spain’s King Emeritus Juan Carlos were among the dignitaries who attended Saturday’s private ceremony for His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini at the Ismaili community center. Portugal’s President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and the mayor of Lisbon were also among the mourners.
Aga Khan IV, philanthropic leader of Ismaili Muslims, dies at 88
As leader of a branch of Shiite Islam, the Aga Khan mixed business projects and humanitarian initiatives as he built a personal fortune.
Understanding the Aga Khan, leader of Ismaili Muslims
The Aga Khan IV was often referred to as a philanthropist, but the description ignores the spiritual impetus for his work.
Why was Aga Khan IV laid to rest in Egypt's Aswan?
Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, was laid to rest in Aswan, Egypt, on Sunday during a private ceremony.His death, which was announced on February 4, 2025, at the age of 88,
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Aga Khan IV's Legacy in Canada and Beyond
Hussaini, or Aga Khan IV as he was better known, has led to an outpouring of tributes. The spiritual leader of Ismaili ...
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan V assumes leadership in accession ceremony
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V received global leaders of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community at his Accession Ceremony today, ...
LOSD Inspired by Aga Khan’s Vision: Advancing Lifelong Learning and Skills Development
Prof. Dr. Parin Somani shares how LOSD aligns with the Aga Khan’s values and its role in shaping a more knowledgeable and ...
King grants new Aga Khan title of ‘His Highness’ in long-standing royal tradition
King grants new Aga Khan title of ‘His Highness’ in long-standing royal tradition - Charles is continuing a long-standing ...