A Legacy of Service, Education, and Exemplary Character
Ebrahim Suliman Dockrat, passed away on 4 Safar 1447, (30 July 2025). His loss will be deeply felt as he lived his life as an example to others.
Mr. Dockrat was a highly respected leader whose life was defined by service, vision, and a profound commitment to the upliftment of the Ummah. He was a man of unwavering principles, a devoted educator, and a pillar of wisdom in the community.
As Ameer of the Pretoria North Muslim Educational Institute (PNMEI), he played a central role in advancing Islamic education in South Africa. Under his stewardship, PNMEI supported countless students in their pursuit of the Deen and helped establish and manage masājid, makātib, madāris, and other educational programmes. His vision extended beyond South African borders through his chairmanship of the Namanolo Islamic Educational Trust in Malawi—an outreach initiative that brought Islamic education and support to underserved communities across the region.
At a local level, he served with distinction as Vice Chair of the Board of Tshwane Muslim School, where his strategic insight and compassion for learners’ holistic development left a lasting impression. He contributed meaningfully to the Pretoria Muslim Congregation (Queen Street Masjid), and played an influential role in shaping the landscape of Islamic education through his early involvement in the United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA), Jamiatul Ulama South Africa (JUSA) and the Association of Muslim Schools (AMS).
His impact extended into the realm of higher education as a council member of both Rand Afrikaans University and Tshwane University of Technology. His work with the Muslim Zakaat and Charity Fund enabled many students to pursue tertiary education through bursaries he tirelessly facilitated.
Professionally, he was a respected attorney who generously gave of his time and expertise to resolve family matters and provide legal counsel. As a businessman, he ran Elegance Novelties, but his truest success lay in the richness of his character and the trust he earned from all who knew him.
Ebrahim Suliman Dockrat was more than a leader, he was a man of deep sincerity, quiet strength, and unwavering dedication. Always ready with a kind word and a warm smile, he offered those around him not only his wisdom and sound judgement, but his presence. He is remembered as fair, compassionate steady, sincere, and reassuring.
He was consistently relied upon for his fairness and ability to see the bigger picture, qualities that guided his service to both Islamic and broader civic institutions.
Ebrahim Dockrat leaves behind a legacy rooted in faith, integrity, and selfless devotion. His life’s work touched thousands, and his absence will be felt deeply by family, friends, and the many communities he served.
May Allah accept his service, forgive his shortcomings, and grant him the highest station in Jannah.
Aameen
