The Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs, Addis Ababa
Since 1968 E.C., the Addis Ababa City Islamic Affairs Supreme Council has served the Muslim community through religious leadership, social development and community service — now made easier with NIZAM.
Our Mission
To facilitate the religious, social and economic development of Muslims in Addis Ababa, and to protect their rights and representation.
Our Vision
A united, well-served and forward-looking Muslim community in Addis Ababa, supported by strong institutions and modern services.
Our Values
Shura, accountability, transparency, confidentiality, and respect for institutional procedure.
Who We Are
The Addis Ababa City Islamic Affairs Supreme Council was established under Proclamation 1207/2012 and is the highest Islamic affairs body in Addis Ababa, serving the Muslim community since 1968 E.C.
Through its General Assembly, Executive and more than twenty departments, the Council coordinates religious affairs, institutional management and social development across eleven sub-cities.
The NIZAM e-Management System brings these services online, making it easier for citizens and organisations to access and track them.
A transparent, accountable leadership structure
The constitution establishes clear organs of governance — from the highest decision-making body to independent oversight.
General Assembly
The highest authority — approves plans, budgets and institutional decisions, and elects leadership.
Executive
The elected leadership that directs, supervises and implements the Council's objectives.
President
Chairperson of the Executive, providing institutional leadership and representing the Council.
Audit & Inspection Commission
Independent oversight ensuring transparency, compliance and accountability.
From the city to every mosque
The Council operates through its organizational structures — every layer accountable to the one above.
Three pillars, one mission
The charter departments are organised around three functional pillars.
Religious Affairs
Religious leadership and services for the community.
- Zakat
- Waqf
- Hajj & Umrah
- Ulama Affairs
- Fatwa & Research
- Halal Certification
Administration & Institutional Excellence
Institutional management and corporate services.
- Mosque Affairs
- Communications
- Project Management
- Legal Affairs
- IT & Innovation
- Finance & HR
Development & Social Affairs
Community development and social services.
- Social Services
- Associations
- Education & Heritage
- Youth Council
- Women & Children
Experience the digital face of the Council
Access Council services online through NIZAM — apply, track and manage everything in one place.