Controversy over alleged visit by Quranic reciter accused of abuse
By Shakirah Thebus
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Cape Town - Secrecy shrouds an expected visit by internationally acclaimed Quranic reciter, Fatih Seferagic, for the month of Ramadaan, which has been harshly criticised following several allegations of sexual assault against him.
Last year, the non-profit organisation based in the US, Facing Abuse in Community Environments (Face) launched an investigation into the allegations against the German-born reciter.
In July 2020, Face said it had concluded phase one of its four-phase process in the public investigation, speaking to about 30 sources.
“This number includes at least 13 victims who have made credible allegations that include physical assault, rape, child molestation, spiritual abuse, manipulation and financial abuse,” according to an update posted on Facebook.