Institute of Islamic Affairs · Masjid Management · Leadership
Restoring the Masjid as a vibrant institution for spiritual, social, and economic transformation.
IIMALD is a professional institute and think tank strengthening Islamic affairs administration, masjid governance, and leadership development across Africa and the wider Muslim world.
Our Mandate
One unified ecosystem for Islamic institutional excellence
We integrate education, research, professional development, data intelligence, media, community development, and trust-fund management into a single platform.
Research & Publication
Islamic affairs, masjid economics, sustainable development, and leadership.
Training & Licensing
Renewable professional certifications and licences for masjid leaders and administrators.
Policy Advisory
Advising organisations, government, and NGOs on faith-based governance.
Intervention Programs
Practical solutions for poverty, education, youth, and sustainable stewardship.
Professional Licensing
Rigorous examination and CPD-backed renewable practice licences.
Chartered Induction
Recognising and inducting chartered professionals and distinguished fellows.
The Digital Ecosystem
Nine connected systems, one institution
Each system stands on its own, yet shares a single identity, registry, and data backbone — a data-driven ecosystem serving mosques, communities, and leaders.
E-Learning Portal
A fully digital learning management system
Apply, enrol, pay, and learn online — with virtual classes, video lectures, CBT examinations, academic records, and verifiable certificates.
Explore01Professional Registry
A nationwide register of Islamic-affairs professionals
Professional registration, membership management, CPD tracking, certification verification, and professional identity cards for imams, khatibs, scholars, and administrators.
Explore02Masjid Census & Mapping Centre
A national intelligence system for mosques
Nationwide mosque registration and mapping, infrastructure assessment, and the Mosque Development Index to guide planning and resource allocation.
Explore03Community Intelligence Centre
Evidence-based community development
Demographic, education, economic, and social indicators feeding the Community Development Index, poverty mapping, and needs-assessment reports.
Explore04Masjid Trust Fund
Faith-based sustainable financing
The Voluntary Automated Contribution System mobilises recurring giving for mosque development, scholarships, and humanitarian support — with full impact reporting.
Explore05Development Impact Dashboard
Real-time accountability
Live monitoring of funds collected, projects implemented, beneficiaries reached, mosques developed, and scholarships awarded.
Explore06IIMALD Studio & Media Centre
Broadcasting knowledge
Professional media production across IIMALD TV, Radio, and the Podcast Network — lectures, documentaries, interviews, and awareness campaigns.
Explore07Research & Development Observatory
A research and policy think tank
Research studies, policy briefs, surveys, and governance assessments — published as journals, annual reports, papers, and monographs.
Explore08Consultancy & Advisory
Institutional strengthening
Masjid development planning, governance audits, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, and leadership capacity building.
Explore09Academics
Twelve professional pathways
Delivered through the IIMALD Business School and Leadership School, with executive education and continuing professional development.
View all programmes- 01Adhan Studies & Sustainable Masjid Management
- 02Imamate Studies & Sustainable Masjid Leadership
- 03Islamic Affairs & Institutional Governance
- 04Waqf & Zakat Administration
- 05Islamic Banking & Finance
- 06Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Business & Economic Empowerment
- 07Islamic Leadership & Governance
- 08Community Development, Social Transformation & Impact
- 09Conflict Resolution & Peacebuilding
- 10Project Management & Development
- 11Family, Counselling & Social Stability
- 12Civic Engagement, Islamic Social Work & COSAD
Membership & Chartership
From alumnus to chartered fellow
A clear professional ladder — recognised by renewable licences and a national register of certified practitioners.
General Member
Alumnus IDAssociate Member
AiiMALDProfessional Member
MiiMALDFellow
FiiMALDHonorary Fellowship / Lifetime
LifetimeLicences & Chartered Marks
Building Africa's leading Islamic think tank
- Mosques to map nationwide
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- Professionals to license
- —Professionals to license
- Diploma programmes
- 12Diploma programmes
- Connected systems
- 9Connected systems
Join IIMALD
Begin your professional journey
Apply for a programme, register as a professional, or partner with us to strengthen masjid governance and community development.