Rahim Al-Hussaini (Swiss Imam) Age, Biography, Family

Quick Info

Profession	Imam
Nationality	Swiss
Date of Birth	12/10/1971
Age	54 years
Birthplace	Geneva, Switzerland

Latest News about Rahim Al-Hussaini

10/02/2025

King Charles III formally granted Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini the title of 'His Highness,' in line with a longstanding tradition recognizing the Ismaili Imam. The British Royal Family's press release highlighted the strong historical ties between the royal family and the Aga Khans. This designation underscores the new Aga Khan V's prominent global position amid the community's vast philanthropic influence.

05/02/2025

Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini was named the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, succeeding his father Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV. The appointment was formalized through the unsealing of his father's will in Lisbon, Portugal, following the elder Aga Khan's death on February 4, 2025, at age 88. This continues a 1,400-year tradition of hereditary spiritual leadership within the Nizari Ismaili community of 12-15 million worldwide.

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Bio/Wiki

Full Name	Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V
Known for	Being appointed as the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims on 5 February 2025

Physical Stats & More

Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Salt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

School	Phillips Academy, Andover, Massachusetts
College/University	Brown University, United States IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Barcelona, Spain
Degrees	Comparative Literature from Brown University (1995) Management and Administration from IESE Business School

Personal Life

Religion	Islam
Caste	Shia Ismaili
Food Habit	Non-vegetarian
Residence	Geneva, Switzerland

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Divorced
Marriage Date	2013
Divorce Date	2022

Family

Father	Prince Karim Aga Khan (Aga Khan IV, spiritual leader of Shia Ismaili Muslims, died 4 February 2025)
Mother	Begum Salimah aka Sarah Croker Poole (ex-British model)
Siblings	Prince Hussain (b. 10 April 1974) Prince Aly Muhammad (half brother) (cinematographer) (b. 7 March 2000) Princess Zahra (b. 18 September 1970)
Spouse	Kendra Spears aka Princess Salwa Aga Khan (m. 2013 - div. 2022)
Children	2 sons (Prince Irfan Aga Khan, Prince Sinan Aga Khan)

Career

Award	Nishan-e-Pakistan award by President Asif Ali Zardari (2024)
Highlights	Became the new Aga Khan and leader of Ismaili Muslims in February 2025. Served as Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM). Contributed significantly to various agencies within the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). Led the Environment and Climate Committee and promoted numerous economic projects globally. Chaired the Environment and Climate Committee of the Aga Khan Development Network, focusing on sustainability, education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure development. Became the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Nizari Ismaili Muslims in February 2025, following his father's death. Formally granted the title of 'His Highness' by King Charles III on 10 February 2025, continuing a tradition dating back to Aga Khan I. Chaired the Environment and Climate Committee of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), focusing on sustainability, education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure development. Served on the Board or Executive Committee of several AKDN agencies and affiliated structures, including the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development and the Aga Khan University Foundation. Led numerous economic projects globally and participated in international climate action summits.

Award

Nishan-e-Pakistan award by President Asif Ali Zardari (2024)

Highlights

Became the new Aga Khan and leader of Ismaili Muslims in February 2025.
Served as Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM).
Contributed significantly to various agencies within the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).
Led the Environment and Climate Committee and promoted numerous economic projects globally.
Chaired the Environment and Climate Committee of the Aga Khan Development Network, focusing on sustainability, education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure development.
Became the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Nizari Ismaili Muslims in February 2025, following his father's death.
Formally granted the title of 'His Highness' by King Charles III on 10 February 2025, continuing a tradition dating back to Aga Khan I.
Chaired the Environment and Climate Committee of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), focusing on sustainability, education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure development.
Served on the Board or Executive Committee of several AKDN agencies and affiliated structures, including the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development and the Aga Khan University Foundation.
Led numerous economic projects globally and participated in international climate action summits.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Grew up in Geneva and Spain, spending winters in Saint-Moritz and summers in Sardinia.
2. Participated in significant religious and social events throughout his life.
3. Has an extensive involvement in philanthropic efforts and international humanitarian projects.
4. Had a hand in establishing various economic initiatives and development projects in Kenya and other nations.
5. Designated as successor by his father according to Nizari Ismaili tradition, which passes leadership through designation by the previous Imam.
6. Traces his ancestry directly to Prophet Muhammad through Hazrat Ali, the first Shia Imam, and Hazrat Bibi Fatima, the Prophet's daughter.

Rahim Al-Hussaini Imam Swiss Geneva, Switzerland