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All Journal Jurnal Kawistara : Jurnal Ilmiah Sosial dan Humaniora International Journal of Social Science and Religion (IJSSR) Jurnal Kawistara
Mwatamu, Fatuma Kassim
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Salafi Ideology and the Question of Women Empowerment among Kenyan Muslims Mwatamu, Fatuma Kassim; Akaranga, Stephen Ifedha; Abubakar, Hashim Abdulkadir
Jurnal Kawistara Vol 15, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Gadjah Mada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/kawistara.103861

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Muslim groups that promote strict religious norms like Salafis are often associated with male dominant culture. Such a patriarchal maybe put on a question in the context in the recent global trend that significantly altered the circumstances for Muslim women, leading to a gradual shift from dependence on husbands for financial sustenance. This article investigates the primary research question: In what ways has Salafi ideology impacted the social integration and empowerment of Muslim women in Kenya? To explore this, a purposive sampling approach was employed, selecting twenty former students from the Maahad Girls’ Training Institute for a focus group discussion regarding the influence of Salafi beliefs on their lives. The study utilized Islamic critical pedagogy theory to assess how Salafi ideologies have affected the educational accomplishments of Maahad graduates, which they have utilized for self-empowerment. Furthermore, pragmatism-agency theory was instrumental in examining the social integration and empowerment of Muslim women, as well as evaluating the compatibility of Salafi beliefs with the societal context in Kenya. The findings indicate that while Salafism is frequently perceived as limiting women’s public engagement and visibility, it has been locally adapted to foster women’s empowerment. The experiences of Salafi women reveal the obstacles they encounter in achieving social integration within Kenyan society. However, they demonstrate remarkable resilience, employing various strategies to enhance their economic situations and navigate their social environments. This paper underscores the opportunities presented by the Kenyan Constitution of 2010, which champions gender equality and women’s rights, and calls for collaboration between Muslim organizations and religious institutions to educate women about available governmental resources and incentives. Such partnerships could significantly empower Muslim women and aid their integration into Kenya’s socio-economic framework.
Salafi Ideology and the Question of Women Empowerment among Kenyan Muslims Mwatamu, Fatuma Kassim; Akaranga, Stephen Ifedha; Abubakar, Hashim Abdulkadir
Jurnal Kawistara Vol 15, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Gadjah Mada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/kawistara.103861

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Muslim groups that promote strict religious norms like Salafis are often associated with male dominant culture. Such a patriarchal maybe put on a question in the context in the recent global trend that significantly altered the circumstances for Muslim women, leading to a gradual shift from dependence on husbands for financial sustenance. This article investigates the primary research question: In what ways has Salafi ideology impacted the social integration and empowerment of Muslim women in Kenya? To explore this, a purposive sampling approach was employed, selecting twenty former students from the Maahad Girls’ Training Institute for a focus group discussion regarding the influence of Salafi beliefs on their lives. The study utilized Islamic critical pedagogy theory to assess how Salafi ideologies have affected the educational accomplishments of Maahad graduates, which they have utilized for self-empowerment. Furthermore, pragmatism-agency theory was instrumental in examining the social integration and empowerment of Muslim women, as well as evaluating the compatibility of Salafi beliefs with the societal context in Kenya. The findings indicate that while Salafism is frequently perceived as limiting women’s public engagement and visibility, it has been locally adapted to foster women’s empowerment. The experiences of Salafi women reveal the obstacles they encounter in achieving social integration within Kenyan society. However, they demonstrate remarkable resilience, employing various strategies to enhance their economic situations and navigate their social environments. This paper underscores the opportunities presented by the Kenyan Constitution of 2010, which champions gender equality and women’s rights, and calls for collaboration between Muslim organizations and religious institutions to educate women about available governmental resources and incentives. Such partnerships could significantly empower Muslim women and aid their integration into Kenya’s socio-economic framework.
The Impact of Salafism on Socio-Religious and Political Shifts in Kenya Mwatamu, Fatuma Kassim; Ifedha, Stephen Akaranga; Hashim, Abdulkadir A.
International Journal of Social Science and Religion (IJSSR) 2025: Volume 6 Issue 3
Publisher : Indonesian Academy of Social and Religious Research (IASRR)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53639/ijssr.v6i3.349

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Global discourse on Salafism is often dominated by narratives of radicalism and extremism, particularly within the framework of security concerns. Such portrayals, however, obscure the diverse expressions of Salafi thought and practice, especially among women. This study examines the socio-religious and political engagement of Salafi Muslim women in Kenya, using the Maahad Girls’ Training Institute (Maahad GTI) as a case study. It investigates how these women navigate religious identity within a patriarchal context, challenge conventional gender norms, and influence both religious and secular spaces through education, community initiatives, and civic participation. Guided by Saba Mahmood’s (2005) concept of pious agency, the research demonstrates how graduates of Maahad GTI employ religious knowledge as a means of empowerment, ethical responsibility, and social transformation. The analysis further highlights the role of digital platforms in amplifying their voices and expanding their influence. Findings reveal a transformative model of Salafism rooted in moral integrity and civic responsibility, offering an alternative to dominant narratives of militancy. By focusing on women’s agency, this paper calls for a nuanced understanding of Salafism in Kenya and underscores the necessity of incorporating female perspectives in the study of Muslim socio-political movements.
Co-Authors Abubakar, Hashim Abdulkadir Akaranga, Stephen Ifedha Hashim, Abdulkadir A. Ifedha, Stephen Akaranga