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AKU receives $1.5 million boost to revolutionize treatment of β-Thalassemia 2024-02-28

Aga Khan University, Pakistan
Source: 
islamabadpost.com.pk

KARACHI, FEB 28 (DNA) – Aga Khan University has received a$1.5 million grant from Wellcome Leap, a leading global health innovation organization. This significant grant will support a project that seeks to transform the treatment of β-Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), which have plagued South Asia, particularly Pakistan. These diseases have not only caused significant suffering but also imposed a heavy economic burden on society. This competitive grant provides a significant boost to the development of innovative gene therapies.

AKU wins award of excellence for disruptive education

Aga Khan University Pakistan
Source: 
pakobserver.net Pakistan Observer

The Aga Khan University (AKU) has won the Award of Excellence for Disruptive Education of the prestigious and competitive Zairi International Award in Higher Education, 2022.

Thirtyone countries participated at the MENA Higher Education Leadership Forum in Dubai, UAE and thehonour to their organization has been received by Prof. Tashmin Khamis and Ms. Azra Naseem.

Princess Zahra attended a Dinner for the Donors of the Aga Khan University, Karachi 2023-11-30

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Princess Zahra attended meetings of the Board of Trustees of the AKU in Karachi.

Princess Zahra attended a tree planting ceremony on the ground of the AKU Karachi, Pakistan. The next day she acknowledged the inauguration of the Hashoo building.

Princess Zahra also attended the Dinner for the Donors of the AKU

Princess Zahra attended meetings of the Board of Trustees of the AKU 2023-11-30

Princess Zahra at the AKU inauguration of Hashoo Building   2023-11-30
Source: 
video

November 30, 2023

Princess Zahra Aga Khan arrived in Karachi to attend meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Aga Khan University.

at the Dinner for the Donors of the AKU, Princess Zahra said: (source video partial)

The Ismaili National Council, Generous Donors, Partners, Friends of the University

As-salaam-alaikum and Good Evening

It is a tremendous pleasure for myself and my fellow trustees to be in Karachi this evening surrounded by so many dedicated and loyal friends of the University.

Princess Zahra attends Board of Trustees meeting at AKU Karachi 2023-11-30

Princess Zahra attends Board of Trustees meeting at AKU Karachi  2023-11-30

Princess Zahra Aga Khan attended Board of Trustees meetings at Aga Khan University Karachi 2023-11-30

Princess Zahra inaugurates Hashoo Building at Aga Khan University, Pakistan 2023-11-29

Princess Zahra inaugurates Hashoo Building at Aga Khan University, Pakistan  2023-11-29

Princess Zahra inaugurates the Hashoo Building at AKU, Karachi 2023-11-29

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Hazar Imam watches Jamati members playing dandiya raas

Aga Khan University celebrates World Environment Day 2023-06-06

“Oceans: The Mystery of the Missing Plastic” followed by a panel discussion at the AKU auditorium.
Source: 
https://dailytimes.com.pk/

The Aga Khan University commemorated the 2023 World Environment Day, featuring the screening of documentary, “Oceans: The Mystery of the Missing Plastic” followed by a panel discussion at the AKU auditorium.

The Aga Khan University and the Aga Khan University Hospital celebrate the World Heart Day. 2023-09-17

The Aga Khan University and the Aga Khan University Hospital celebrate the World Heart Day
Source: 
tradechronicle.com

The Aga Khan University and the Aga Khan University Hospital commenced this year’s World Heart Day celebrations in full swing as the leadership of AKU, led by President Dr. Sulaiman Shahabuddin, and Section Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dr. Saultat Fatmi, along with many other esteemed faculty members, medical staff, doctors, nurses, and enthusiastic medical and nursing students, came together for a vibrant Mini-Marathon on Sunday, 17 September 2023 at the AKU Sports and Rehabilitation Center, at the AKU Stadium Road Campus.

Aga Khan University Medical College receives prestigious international award 2023-08-31

AKU Pakistan
Source: 
dailytimes.com.pk

The Aga Khan University’s Medical College has been awarded the AMEE (Association for Medical Education Europe) 2023 Stellar Award at an award ceremony in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

All For A Good Cause 2023-08-17

His Highness The Aga Khan III
Source: 
thefridaytimes.com

Sir Sultan Mohammad Shah Aga Khan strongly believed that education was the ultimate tool with which Muslims could be empowered and taken on the path to prosperity. Taking forward his firm belief in education, he helped Muslims build institutes of educational excellence for their intellectual, social, and economic development

Sir Sultan Mohammad Shah, Aga Khan III, was one of the founders and the first president of the All-India Muslim League (AIML), the party that guided Muslims of the subcontinent to the cherished goal of a separate state.

Aga Khan fund intends to acquire additional shares of HBL worth nearly Rs3.5bn 2023-08-02

Habib Bank Pakistan
Source: 
brecorder.com

Habib Bank Limited announced on Wednesday that one of its key sponsors – the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) – has expressed its intention to purchase additional shares of the bank amounting to nearly Rs3.5 billion from the open market.

The development was shared by HBL in its notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).

Aga Khan University’s Ongoing Campaign for Climate Change 2023-07-12

Prince Rahim Aga Khan
Source: 
mmnews.tv

Climate change has emerged as a dire threat to humanity, giving rise to floods, storms, food crises, heat-waves, and other detrimental consequences. The former US President, Barack Obama, has consistently cautioned the global community about the perils associated with climate change, emphasizing the severe impacts of escalating temperatures, such as destructive storms and severe droughts. Additionally, the prevalence of forest fires continues to escalate year after year.

Aga Khan University Hospital launches WhatsApp Channel to improve patient services 2023-07-13

Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) Pakistan has introduced a new WhatsApp channel
Source: 
timesofkarachi.pk

The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) Pakistan has introduced a new WhatsApp channel as part of its efforts to enhance patient services. This initiative aims to provide patients with convenient access to a wide range of hospital services and improve the overall patient experience through quick and timely communication.

AKU’s Hayat App wins at International Digital Health Awards 2023-06-15

AKU’s Hayat App wins at International Digital Health Awards
Source: 
www.aku.edu

Aga Khan University's Hayat app has been awarded a prestigious silver medal at the international Digital Health Awards 2023. Hayat's innovative approach to improving access to healthcare provision using technology set it apart and made it a worthy award recipient under the Mobile Digital Health Resources category of the competition.

Aga Khan Fund Shows Interest to Buy HBL Shares Worth Rs. 3.53 Billion 2023-05-02

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Source: 
propakistani.pk

On Tuesday, Habib Bank Limited (PSX: HBL) informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange that its sponsor, the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED), has shown its interest to buy additional shares in the bank against an investment of Rs. 3.53 billion.

According to the stock filing, AKFED has informed HBL vide its letter dated May 1, 2023, of its intention to acquire additional shares of the commercial bank from the open market by utilizing the accumulated dividends that have not been repatriated, amounting to Rs. 3,534,747,825.


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