The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of millions of Ismailis and jet-setting billionaire philanthropist
His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, who has died aged 88, combined his role as 49th Imam and spiritual leader of 12-15 million Ismailis – a mystical sect of Shia Islam – in more than 25 countries around the world,
The Aga Khan, Muslim Spiritual Leader Who Juggled Philanthropy, Business, And Faith, Dead At 88
The Aga Khan IV, the spiritual leader of the world’s Shi’ite Ismaili Muslims, has died at the age of 88. The wealthy imam, who promoted a moderate form of Islam, has also been known for his multimillion-dollar development projects that have benefited communities throughout Asia and Africa.
Shergar, a brilliant winner of Britain’s most prestigious race, the Epsom Derby, was taken from his stable in 1983. He was ...
He held citizenship in Canada, Britain, and Portugal, and had strong ties to India, where he played a significant role in ...
Hussaini, the Aga Khan IV, died on February 4 in Lisbon, Portugal at age 88. As founder and chairman of the Aga Khan ...
The Aga Khan was given the title of “His Highness” by Queen Elizabeth in July 1957, two weeks after his grandfather the Aga ...
In July 1957, when his grandfather Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah, the Aga Khan III, unexpectedly designated Karim his ...
Prince Karim Aga Khan, a global leader celebrated for his contributions to education, heritage conservation and cultural ...
His Highness was a visionary ahead of his time. He saw culture as a means of improving people’s life, not an elitist luxury.
Aga Khan IV, spiritual leader and philanthropist, passed away at 88 in Lisbon. Renowned for his development work globally, he ...
Results that may be inaccessible to you are currently showing.
Hide inaccessible results
Feedback