My heart breaks for the beautiful family who must now find a way to live without their Blessed Baraka and reading their tributes gives such a poignant insight into the joyful girl that matured into the complete woman who graced this world for far too short a time....

I feel so privileged to have known and taught Baraka at Emmanuel College. From the moment I met her at her admissions interview, I was struck by her enthusiasm, determination and spirit. Her other lecturers also often commented on how much they enjoyed teaching...

My dearest Baraka…since I found out about your post-Cambridge experience, your smiling face is on mind. It was an honour to have met you, and you’ve been one of the most whole-hearted, generous and positive people I have met. Always grateful for all that was...

I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Baraka’s family… She will forever be loved and missed. This site is an amazing tribute to the beutiful person she was! I have enjoyed learning and seeing so much more about the person I became friends with some 3-4...

When I think of Baraka, my mind does not brim with memories or noise. The places visited, the meals shared and the trials faced are recallable, but are not at the forefront. Instead, I sense the presence of Baraka. This brings with it a sense of stillness, a quiet...

Dear Baraka, Many add on years to their lives,A lucky few add life to their years, But you are one of the rare souls who added life in the lives of so many souls. I shall always remember your smile. Wherever you are now, may peace be with...

Baraka was, and I believe always will be, the bravest and most faithful person I know. She fought so hard and always saw the positives in each situation and thought how to make things better. Baraka had amazing passion for life, deep appreciation for everyone and...

No words to express…Only “dua” to Almighty..O Allah shower Your mercy on my sister and peace on the family..

Dear Baraka, though our time spent together was very brief, I felt like we just connected at our very first meeting and I so enjoyed our chats, your lovely smile & requests for your favourite idlis.Your calm and courageous soul was like a beacon for our whole...

Dearest Baraka, When we were young you told me that when God created us we must have been cut from the same cloth, and so we were always destined to be friends and sisters. That idea meant so much to me, and I felt really honored that you felt that way about me....

I remember when Baraka was born, she exuded a sense of optimism even then and a light started shining. From then on, whenever I met her she continued to shine.I wish I’d spent more time with her, she was always asking about others and being interested in others...

I taught Baraka, Mohammed and Abdullah Quran when they were younger. I remember Baraka as a bright, loving and very intelligent human who was extremely passionate about her studies, she knew she would make a difference in the world and I guess she did in her own...