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Discover the history, vision, mission, and activities of Pemba Islamic College, a premier institution for Islamic education and teacher training in Zanzibar.
Pemba Islamic College is a government educational institution of the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar under the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training. The college is located in Kiuyu Mbuyunui Ward, Micheweni District, North Region Pemba, five kilometers from the Micheweni District headquarters.
The college was officially established in 2000 as a secondary school for religious and Arabic studies, following the advice of the leadership of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) which visited the Zanzibar Islamic College in 1994 to the then President of Zanzibar, H.E. Dr. Salmin Amour Juma, to build another similar college on Pemba Island.
Our college has a rich history of development and growth since its establishment. Here are the key milestones in our journey:
The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) leadership visited Zanzibar Islamic College and advised President Dr. Salmin Amour Juma to establish a similar institution in Pemba.
The college was officially established as a secondary school for religious and Arabic studies.
Registered students for Advanced Level secondary education.
Teacher training programs were officially launched.
The college has been separated administratively from the secondary school and now focuses exclusively on providing teacher training programs.
To be a strong institution providing quality teacher training, Islamic education, and other programs that meet the needs of the community.
Our college engages in various educational and extracurricular activities to provide a holistic learning experience for our students.
Organizing debate sessions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
Creating and preparing teaching and learning aids and equipment.
Conducting daily lessons to increase knowledge of Islamic education.
Running Quran classes and facilitating Quran memorization for college students.
Participating in national and international conferences and exhibitions.
Preparing various project work for students to enhance practical skills.
Pemba Islamic College is located in Kiuyu Mbuyunui Ward, Micheweni District, North Region Pemba, just five kilometers from the Micheweni District headquarters.