Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini's rise to become the 50th Aga Khan marks a monumental transition for the Ismaili community worldwide.
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Ascends as New Aga Khan: A New Era Begins
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Ascends as New Aga Khan: A New Era Begins
New leader appointed to lead millions of Shia Ismaili Muslims after the passing of his father.
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini has officially been named the new Aga Khan, stepping into the role of spiritual leader for millions of Shia Ismaili Muslims globally. This significant change follows the untimely death of his father, Prince Karim Aga Khan, who passed away at the age of 88 on Tuesday. The announcement was made public after the unsealing of Prince Karim's will, as confirmed by a statement from the Aga Khan Development Network.
As the 50th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, Prince Rahim becomes an integral figure for a community that claims historical descent from the Prophet Muhammad. Currently, the Ismaili population is estimated to be approximately 15 million worldwide, with significant communities residing in Pakistan (around 500,000), India, Afghanistan, and various regions across Africa.
Prince Karim Aga Khan took the leadership mantle from his grandfather in 1957 when he was just 20 years old. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in Lisbon, Portugal, according to the Aga Khan Development Network. The transition to Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini signifies not only a change in leadership but also the continuation of a rich legacy within the Ismaili faith.
As the 50th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims, Prince Rahim becomes an integral figure for a community that claims historical descent from the Prophet Muhammad. Currently, the Ismaili population is estimated to be approximately 15 million worldwide, with significant communities residing in Pakistan (around 500,000), India, Afghanistan, and various regions across Africa.
Prince Karim Aga Khan took the leadership mantle from his grandfather in 1957 when he was just 20 years old. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in Lisbon, Portugal, according to the Aga Khan Development Network. The transition to Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini signifies not only a change in leadership but also the continuation of a rich legacy within the Ismaili faith.
