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Islamic University in Uganda, Females Campus Kabojja hosts Iranology Seminar

Iranology seminar at Islamic University in Uganda, Females' Campus

Members of the diplomatic corps:

A.E. Munaka, first secretary Political attaché, South Africa High commission

H.E. Ahmed Ibrahim, Ambassador of the Republic of the Sudan,

H.E Niveen john Bol, Education Attache, Embassy of Republic of South Sudan

H.E. Liban Hussein Derow, Cultural & education Attache, Embassy of the Republic of Somalia

Representative, Tanzania High commission,

H.E. Jitendra Chauhan, Attache from High Commission of India.

H.E. Ibrahim Ahmed Sultan, Ambassador of the state of Libya

H.E. Asnake Belay, Diplomatic section, Embassy of the federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

H.E. Mr. Majid Saffar, Ambassador, Islamic Republic of Iran

Dr. Rouhollah Dehghani, Rector, Al-Mustafa Islamic College

Prof. Adam Sebyala, academic author and lecturer

Organizations:

1. Pan African Movement

2. Muslim Students Association of Uganda

Universities present:

Islamic University in Uganda Females campus

Islamic University in Uganda Kampala Campus,

Kampala International University

Kyambogo University

Makerere University

Mengo institute

Al-Mustafa Islamic College Kyengera

Makerere University Business school

Kampala International University

Indian Institute of Health and Allied sciences (IIHAS)

Islamic Call University College

Prof. Adam Sebyala, recognized participants present and quoted Almighty Allah opening a new chapter, wal Fajr.

He said that Islamic Revolution took 10 days in 1979 and compared it to the Quranic verses including when Allah went on to mention bad rulers who were ambushed by Revolutions.

He noted that Islam focused on education and ignorance is not entertained anywhere in Islam because it ie not allowed.

He stressed that the Islamic Revolution in Iran was led by an Islamic figure, a religious personality who was opposed by the western countries who were supporting the then king of Iran's Muhammad Pahlavi regime.

Speaking about the will of Imam Khomeini, he requested participants to read it as it gives hope to the oppressed nations of the World.

He noted that the Persian people wrote all the knowledge we have in Islam from the authentic scriptures such as Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Ibn Abu Maja, among other books.

He mentioned the clarity of the mission of the Islamic Revolution in Iran and praised the charismatic leadership of Imam Khomeini.

Dr. Madina Nabukera Sebyala, the Director of Islamic University in Uganda Females campus welcomed invited guests and noted that Islamic University in Uganda Females campus is the only female’s institution in Sub Sahara Africa.

She noted that Iranian are advanced people in knowledge and priotize culture and development in all aspects of life.

She highlighted that it is through education that Muslim nations can liberate themselves to make significant changes and differences in their respective backgrounds.

She noted that the Islamic Republic of Iran invests alot in education and many women are highly educated and serving in different positions.

Dr. Madina requested the Iranian Ambassador to continue with the cooperation that is between the Islamic University in Uganda and the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

She noted that as free thinkers and human rights advocates, they will continue to support the oppressed nations and the people all over the world using their respective platforms as it is humanity cause.

Dr. Rouhollah Dehghani, the Rector of Al-Mustafa Islamic College Kyengera spoke about Science and Technological development.

Whilst speaking, he congratulated the participants upon the Eidul Mabath, the day prophet Muhammad (PBUH) became the prophet and also anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Iran.

He recognized South African stand against the apartheid regime of Israel who butcher innocent Palestinian people in Gaza that the whole World has witnessed in the last few months.

He quoted Imam Ali who said that knowledge is power, and if you don't have it then others will rule you.

Whilst speaking about the achievements of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the life expectancy has to 78 years in Iran and Iranian medicine and equipments,

Interaction session:

During this session, Hon. Issah Katungulu engaged students with different questions about Iran and those who answered correctly received cash prizes instantly. These included Sister Basima Rahma, Kyambogo University, Sister Aisha Muhammad, student from Makerere University Kampala among others.

1. How many satellites has Iran sent in the last 3 years?

2. Who is the current supreme leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran?

3. Who is the current Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Uganda and accredited to Rwanda and Burundi?

4. Does Iran give scholarship to African students?

Mr. Abdollah Abbasi, the Cultural Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran said that Iran, with its civilization and history, is full of attractions and places to see. It seems that all the attractions of the world, from historical and cultural places to pristine and unique nature, are all gathered in this vast country. Iran has the best four-season climate in the world and is rich in natural mines. It also has a rich cultural heritage, part of which is registered as 19 World Heritage Sites in UNESCO, which is the fourth rank in Asia and the 12th rank in the world.

Undoubtedly, an inseparable part of every country is its culture and traditions. Iran also has a lot of cultural diversity due to its rich historical background.

Iran is geographically in a unique position between the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea; It means that it is the largest lake in the world and has diversity and tourist attractions. But today I am going to provide a few explanations about medical tourism in Iran:

Iran is one of the advanced countries in the world in terms of medicine, it has a long history in the field of medicine, and there are many well-known doctors from Iran. In Iran, health tourism includes three sectors, each of which has attractions for tourists who choose Iran for their health trips, including: nature therapy tourism / wellness tourism and medical tourism.

Naturopathy tourism, as its name suggests, is a trip where a person is treated by natural healing resources and services under the supervision of a doctor. Some of the most important resources and medical services related to it are: hot springs, Salt Lake, herbal bath, medical massage, medical mud and sun.

This type of tourism, despite having natural phenomena and the wonderful nature of Iran, is highly regarded and has been placed in a special position. The growth of medicinal plants and the presence of Iran's four-season and wonderful weather have made Iran one of the hubs of naturopathy tourism in the world. The presence of hot water springs in different cities of Iran is effective for treating many diseases, including rheumatism, muscle and joint pain, migraine and sinusitis, and its clean climate and beautiful environment are also used to improve respiratory, rheumatology, skin and muscle diseases or to pass the time. It is very effective after surgery and illness.

It is not bad to know that currently, for the well-being of medical tourists, in addition to naturopathy resources, Iran has also considered comfort and accommodation facilities for them, so that tourists can treat their illness with peace of mind by renting accommodation before traveling.

Wellness tourism is mostly related to people who need to relax or have mental problems. In the therapeutic tourism trip, the tourist is looking for relaxation and release from the daily tensions of life and tends to stay away from any noise and crowd. This type of health tourism does not require a doctor or medical equipment, and the tourist tries to spend time in pristine and relaxing nature to polish his soul.

Mineral water springs, hotels, mountain, forest, beach or desert villas are the best areas for health tourists to spend their free time and are considered a special and appropriate choice for them. Fortunately, Iran has entered very strongly in this field and has many attractive and relaxing areas in different parts of the country. By traveling to Iran, tourists can choose the best place to access peace according to their taste and interest in wet or dry areas.

Medical tourism in Iran has many characteristics. It is because of these characteristics that many tourists put Iran in the priority of their medical tourism.

One of these features is the reduction of costs. In Iran, the costs of treatment and providing services to people are much lower compared to other countries. Most countries require high costs in providing medical services.

The next characteristic of skilled and experienced doctors is that Iran is in a high position in terms of medical science and experienced professional doctors, and this is a well-known and undeniable issue. As you know, the skill and experience of doctors in the field of medical tourism is very important and important, so this issue cannot be ignored.

Hydrotherapy: Mineral water springs are used to treat many diseases, including rheumatism, joint pains, and migraines. Many people travel to hot springs in different parts of the world to treat their illness and use them. Iran has many mineral water springs, and in this sense, it has a high absorption capacity in therapeutic tourism.

Salt therapy: Recently, salt therapy has been considered as one of the natural treatments for some diseases, which is welcomed by tourists all over the world. There are several salt mountains in Iran, that's why salt therapy has become one of the tourist poles in our country.

Mud therapy: Another important attraction of Iran in the medical tourism industry is mud therapy. The shores of Lake Urmia and the slopes of Mount Taftan are two examples of these attractions that have made Iran able to attract medical tourists in this field.

Many diseases are treated in medical tourism in Iran. But the ones that have been more prominent and noticed are: Infertility, dentistry, heart and eye surgery, cosmetic and plastic surgery, dialysis and cancer-related disease.

H.E. Mr. Majid Saffar, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran noted that he is a representing a country that is celebrating its 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.

While speaking, he noted that Iran had been a beacon of artistic art, architectural design, technology, culture and traditions which describe their identity and Intercultural dialogue.

Their preserved old civilization transcends humanity and sympathy with other people and countries.

He commended South Africa for standing against the oppression of the apartheid regime of Israel which symbolizes their human spirit and respect for human rights.

He mentioned about the coming 45th victorious anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Uganda.

At the end of the event, members of the diplomatic Corps signed in the visitors’ book at Islamic University in Uganda, Female's campus Kabojja.