Auckland, Aug. 16 -- Hajji Mohammed Fazal has been elected the new President of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ), taking on one of the country's most significant Muslim community leadership roles.

His election follows the FIANZ Annual General Meeting held in Auckland on August 8 and 9, 2026, with the appointment formally confirmed in a memorandum issued by FIANZ on 10 August.

FIANZ is the apex body representing and supporting the diverse interests of Muslims in New Zealand. The organisation plays an important role in promoting religious, social, educational, cultural and economic activities in accordance with the principles of Islam as enshrined in the Holy Qur'an and the Sunnah. FIANZ also works to build gr...