National Qur’an Competition for People with Disabilities
Celebrating ability through the Qur’an.
The National Qur’an Competition for People with Disabilities brings the foundation’s commitment to inclusion into religious life. It gives participants a platform to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in Qur’an recitation and memorization, while encouraging communities to recognize and support their abilities.
Aims
- Enable people with disabilities to participate in a national religious event.
- Strengthen confidence, hope, and a sense of belonging.
- Challenge prejudice and stereotypes surrounding disability.
- Encourage learning and excellence in Qur’an recitation and memorization.
- Recognize participants’ achievements through fair evaluation and awards.
Format
- Categories
- Qur’an recitation and Qur’an memorization
- Participation
- Men and women with disabilities from Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar, with equal representation of men and women
- Judging
- Experienced Islamic scholars and Qur’anic experts drawn from different regions
- Recognition
- Awards for winners in each category
Why it matters
The foundation identifies exclusion from religious activities as one of the barriers faced by people with disabilities. The competition makes participation visible, recognizes talent, and encourages a stronger sense of belonging.
At a foundation competition reported in January 2026, Dodoma regional Sheikh Mustafa Rajab called for equal opportunities for people with disabilities in religious learning.
Past competitions
Location:Dodoma
National Qur’an memorization competition, Dodoma
National Qur’an memorization competition for people with disabilities, organized by Riziki Lulida.
Take part
Contact Riziki Lulida Foundation for information about upcoming events, eligibility, competition categories, and registration.