Dar es Salaam, Feb. 6 -- LISBON: The Ismaili Muslim community has announced the appointment of Prince Rahim Aga Khan V as the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, following the passing of Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, who passed away in Lisbon at the age of 88.

The transition marks a continuation of the Ismaili Imamats longstanding commitment to humanitarian development and progress, a cornerstone of the work carried out under Aga Khan IVs leadership.

Over his decades of service, Aga Khan IV dedicated himself to improving quality of life globally, with a strong focus on Africa, Asia, and other regions where development initiatives were most needed.

Under his guidance, the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) expande...