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Mosques are the designated places where Muslims from nearby areas gather to worship together in congregation. Here is a list of some accessible and locally popular mosques with prayer times in Harare. Harare is the capital of Zimbabwe, the land of wildlife and nature. The city has a small portion of Zimbabwe's 0.7% Muslim population. The Muslims in Harare are known for being at the forefront of charitable endeavors and helping those in need. Harare is a culturally diverse economic hub of the city and a popular tourist destination. There are around eighteen mosques in the city due to the growing needs of the Muslim community living and traveling in the city.
Here are a few of the most-visited and popular mosques in the city.
Located near two well-known colleges, Masjid Al Abbas is an accessible mosque for Muslim students as well as residents living in the Ridgeview area. It is also known as an Islamic Cultural Institute and provides basic education about Islam for newcomers and those seeking further knowledge. It is dubbed as the pride of Zimbabwean Muslims by several regular worshippers due to its well-kept facilities. Humbly decorated, Masjid Al Abbas is a clean and well-maintained mosque that is popular among the locals for its peaceful atmosphere. It also has a community-run children's nursery operating nearby, with several physical activities for young children.
Al Falaah Islamic Centre is frequented by several well-known scholars of today, such as Mufti Menk. Friday prayers are regularly held at the mosque. However, the specific timings are not detailed (you can contact the mosque for more information). It is a popular location for Muslims in Harare during Ramadhan for nightly Tarawih prayers and provides Iftar (breaking of fast). The mosque is well-known for attracting good people and encouraging connections between its members.
Masjid E Noor is located near the central area of Harare. It is northwest of Harare Train station, with a busy A5 highway to its south. It attracts Muslims from diverse backgrounds. It is popular among the locals for its Jummah Khutbahs (Friday sermons). A meeting spot for Muslims around the area to connect, Masjid E Noor has become a community pillar by fostering brotherhood among its members. The mosque is well-maintained and provides a tranquil atmosphere for the incoming worshippers. There is a free clean water fountain available for the locals as well.
Located near a busy commercial area, Kensington Mosque attracts Muslims from all backgrounds, including travelers and locals. There are several schools, colleges, and shops of various kinds nearby. Also known as Masjid Abu Bakr, it is a small community mosque headed by a well-respected Imam. It holds Friday sermons and prayers as well, although no information regarding the specific timing is available. If you visit the mosque at noon on Friday, you will surely catch your Friday prayers with the congregation. There is a public water station available to facilitate the local community.
Hailed in the community as a convenient and well-maintained mosque, Ballantyne Masjid is located in the northern suburbs of Harare. For several Muslims, it is an accessible and clean mosque providing services at all five daily prayer times. There is a women's prayer area known for staying open. It is located near several educational institutes and schools, encouraging the young generation to pray and connect with their Islamic faith. The mosque attracts travelers as well as nearby residents due to its perfect location. It provides a humble yet spacious area for the worshippers to pray in a peaceful, quiet atmosphere. The mosque is also known for providing Qurans to those waiting for prayers.
A humble local community mosque, Madina Masjid, is located near the Universal Sports Club. It has a small green dome, similar to that of Masjid e Nabawi of Madina, hence the name. It provides a tranquil, clean space for the Muslim community nearby. The architecture of the mosque is in typical Islamic style, which is rare for a mosque in Harare as most buildings do not appear Islamic. The mosque stands out in the area, attracting curious visitors or worshippers looking for a place to pray with the congregation. The mosque is known for its tight-knit community, frequented by immigrant Muslims of differing backgrounds.
Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught his beloved companions to always seek fellow Muslims to pray together in congregation. Although not made obligatory, congregational prayers are given immense importance as an Islamic tradition. The following hadith illustrates the importance he (ﷺ) gave to praying in congregation. AbudDarda'(رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ) narrated: I heard the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) say: If there are three men in a village or in the desert among whom prayer is not offered (in congregation), the devil has got the mastery over them. So, observe (prayer) in congregation), for the wolf eats only the straggling animal. Sa'ib said: By the word Jama'ah, he meant saying the prayer in the company or congregation. (Grade: Hasan (Al-Albani) Sunan Abi Dawud 547). Thus, every Muslim must try their best to perform their prayers with the congregation.
| Fajr | Duhur | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
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| 03:56 | 11:54 | 15:17 | 18:30 | 19:47 |