The Sri Lanka Malay Association (SLMA), the oldest Malay institution in the country celebrated its Centenary Anniversary on 22 January 2022. The inauguration of the SLMA Centenary Commemoration kicked off at the Padang Grounds of the Colombo Malay Cricket Club in Slave Island, Colombo. A distinguished gathering including the Private
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SLMA & SLMAC support COVID-19 affected families
The Sri Lanka Muslim Association California joined hands with the SLMA to sponsor the distribution of dry ration relief packs to people who are undergoing hardships brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic situation in Sri Lanka. This included families directly affected, those who lost their jobs and main source of
SLMA set to mark centenary celebrations
The Sri Lanka Malay Association (SLMA) and the Colombo Malay Cricket Club (CMCC) held a joint press conference to unveil plans and activities to mark its 100 Years and 150 Years celebrations respectively. A large gathering of editors and journalists were present for the press conference held on 4 January,
Taking care of little Sandamali
The story of little Harsi Sandamali, who lost her father under tragic circumstances, as she was to leave to sit for her Year 5 Scholarship Exam, was reported in the media. SLMA traced the little girl, living in Sooriyawewa, 225 km away in a deep rural hamlet of Southern Sri
Water for Life
Two Water For Life Projects spearheaded by the Social Services Committee which commenced in 2020 were completed in 2021. This was mainly thanks to the generous donations from SLMA members and well-wishers. A tube well, a tower for the water tank, water motor and pipes connected to the tank, and
Hari Raya celebrations
The children at the Islamic Boys Home for the Needy and Orphan Children in Ratmalana had an evening of fun and entertainment to celebrate Hari Raya. The Hari Raya celebration at the Islamic Boys Home is organized annually by the SLMA Women’s Affairs Committee. The boys competed in games organized
Founder’s Day: Honoring those who serve selflessly
On Friday 22 January 2021, the Sri Lanka Malay Association (SLMA) conducted the Founder’s Day, an event held annually in January to commemorate the inauguration of the SLMA, established on the 22 January 1922. Therefore, the Founder’s Day held this year at the Padang in Colombo marked 99 years since
Spreading hope and joy during Ramadan
The Religious Affairs Committee of the Sri Lanka Malay Association presented zakath to 80 families residing in Colombo and its suburbs. Total of 281 Ifthar recipients in Colombo, Kantale, Mullaitivu, Oddamaadi and Kirinda and the Golden Home for Elders in Ratmalana were provided cash and food packs. The ifthar programme