Heritage Day 2026Open Mosque Day · Visitor guide

Many backgrounds. One shared humanity.

Open doors.
Open hearts.
You are welcome.

Welcome to our Heritage Day Open Mosque Day. Meet your neighbours, discover our community, and explore the faith that inspires us to serve.

Explore the eventAsk a question

Join the conversation

Ask a question

Live Q&A at your venue

Choose your venue to open its live Q&A on Slido and share your question.

Masjid Al-Fatah Live Q&AMasjid Bilal ibn Rabah Live Q&A

Each button opens the Q&A for that venue in a new window.

Plan your visit

Itinerary by venue

01 / MORNING SESSION

Masjid Al Fatah

La Lucia · Thursday 24 September 2026
09:00–11:30

Masjid Al Fatah · Programme
TimeActivity
09:00Registration
Until 10:00Coffee, henna, hijab styling & exhibition
10:15Main eventGuided mosque tour
11:00Q&A session
11:30Closing note
12:30OptionalObserve live midday prayer

Subject to change without notice.

02 / AFTERNOON SESSION

Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah

Berea · Thursday 24 September 2026
13:30–15:30

Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah · Programme
TimeActivity
13:30Registration
Until 14:00Coffee, henna, hijab styling & exhibition
14:15Main eventGuided mosque tour
15:00Q&A session
15:30Closing note

Subject to change without notice.

A place to connect

Make yourself
at home.

Whether this is your first visit to a mosque or you already know our community, thank you for spending part of Heritage Day with us.

Curiosity is welcome. You can explore at your own pace and ask the team about anything you would like to understand.

Meet our communityExplore our faithStart a conversation

What’s happening

  • Guided mosque tours
    Discover the architecture and everyday life of a mosque.
  • Open questions & answers
    A welcoming space for your questions.
  • Free health screenings
    Wellness checks with community doctors.
  • Henna & hijab styling
    Explore cultural traditions.
  • Refreshments
    Enjoy hospitality and Heritage Day snacks.

Presented by An-Nur Foundation in partnership with Masjid Al Fatah, Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah, and IPCI.

The invitation

Open the invitation on YouTube

An invitation to understanding

“…know one another.”

The Qur’an describes humanity’s different peoples and tribes as an invitation to mutual understanding. Heritage Day gives us a chance to put that spirit into practice.

Qur’an 49:13 · Short excerpt, The Clear Quran

Our foundation. Our roots.

Rooted in faith.
Connected through service.

An-Nur Foundation serves uMhlanga and surrounding communities, bringing people and institutions together through excellence, compassion, and unity.

Alhamdulillāh—meaning “praise be to God”—the An-Nur Foundation is a coordinating and supporting umbrella body established to facilitate, develop, and sustain local Islamic institutions and initiatives.

Our roots lie in serving our local faith community: supporting mosques, prayer spaces, Islamic learning, and community projects. We work alongside existing management structures, helping institutions thrive together transparently and with ihsān—a commitment to excellence and doing good.

“To nurture and grow vibrant, well-managed Islamic institutions that serve the needs of our communities with excellence, compassion, and unity.”
Working alongside local institutions
  • Masjid Al Fatah
  • The Gateway Musallah
  • Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah

Together with other Masajid (mosques), Musallās (prayer spaces), Makātib (Islamic learning centres), and community initiatives.

Discover Islam

Faith expressed in everyday goodness.

At the heart of Islam is belief in one God, called Allah in Arabic. Muslims seek to live with purpose, worship God, and treat others with responsibility and compassion.

Explore belief in one God · Qur’an 112
01 / HUMAN DIGNITY

Getting to know one another

Our backgrounds are different, but our humanity is shared. The Qur’an places moral character above social status or ancestry.

Read Qur’an 49:13
02 / GOODNESS IN ACTION

Justice and generosity

Islam calls people to act fairly, do good, and care for others. Faith is expressed through how we treat people as well as how we worship.

Read Qur’an 16:90
03 / A FREE CONVERSATION

Space to ask and reflect

“Let there be no compulsion in religion” is a Qur’anic teaching. You are welcome to learn and ask questions without pressure.

Qur’an 2:256 · Excerpt, The Clear Quran

These are brief introductions, not a complete account of Islamic teaching. Verse links provide the full passages and further explanation. English Qur’an excerpts use Dr. Mustafa Khattab’s translation, The Clear Quran.

Your questions are welcome

A conversation
starts with hello.

Ask about the event, the Foundation, or something you have always wondered about Islam.

What does “Assalāmu ‘alaykum” mean?

It is a greeting meaning “peace be upon you”. A friendly hello is welcome too.

What should I know when visiting?

Dress respectfully and ask the team where to leave your shoes before entering a prayer area. Please keep voices low during prayer and ask before photographing people. The team can explain the arrangements for your visit.

Can I just observe and ask questions?

Yes. You can learn at your own pace. If you are unsure about a custom or what is happening, ask a member of the team to explain.

How can I learn more after today?

Contact the Foundation with your questions or follow our social channels for community updates and talks. If you would like a further conversation about Islam, let us know.

Keep in touch

An-Nur Foundation

Speak to a member of the team at the event, send a WhatsApp message, call us, or email.

Chat on WhatsApp069 786 9286info@an-nur.org.za
Ask about IslamAsk about our work

These links open your email app. You can also call if you prefer.

InstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTok

@annurfoundationza