Government urged to recognize Islamic education certifications

The government has been urged to recognize certifications offered under the Islamic education curriculum to enable students to access further opportunities to advance their academic and professional careers.

Jamia Mosque Vice Chairman Abdullatif Essajee said relevant authorities should formally recognize certifications issued by institutions offering holistic Islamic education to allow learners to progress in their studies and fulfil their educational aspirations.

Speaking during the official launch of the Al Ameen Academy South C branch, where he was the chief guest, Essajee underscored the important role played by Islamic integrated schools. He noted that such institutions are increasingly nurturing learners with a strong understanding of their faith, thereby contributing positively to the character formation and overall development of children.

“While we appreciate the holistic Islamic education being offered by these schools, the ultimate goal should be government recognition of their qualifications, as this will open up more opportunities for learners to pursue advanced Islamic education,” he said.

Essajee commended Islamic integrated schools for their efforts in providing comprehensive education, saying they are producing a generation of learners who uphold Islamic ethics and are poised to become standard-bearers of Islam in the future.

“Our children today are exposed to many external influences. We need to build our own ecosystem that protects our values and safeguards future generations,” he added.

He further emphasized the need for Muslim schools to embrace holistic education, noting that it equips learners with essential skills, knowledge, and values necessary for their overall growth.

The Jamia Mosque Vice Chairman also praised the Al Ameen Mosque management for its investment in education, saying the institution’s steady growth reflects its commitment to uplifting Islamic moral values among learners. “We thank our brothers for putting up such an institution with a vision to bring out individuals who are first Muslims then professionals,” he said

In his remarks, Mosque Chief Executive Officer Ali Khalid highlighted the importance of nurturing children with strong Islamic values, noting that the community needs individuals whose foremost responsibility is to live by Islamic ethics.

“We want a Muslim first, then a doctor. A Muslim first, then an engineer. A Muslim first, then a driver,” he said.

The school, located at Tsavo Court in South C adjacent to Wilson Airport, is among several educational projects run by Al Ameen Mosque, which is based near the Juja Road estate in Nairobi. Al Ameen Academy operates three campuses—at Al Ameen Mosque, South C, and Kitusuru—with a total student population of over 1,000 learners.