HH Shah Karim Al-Hussayni
The Aga Khan IV
HH Shah Karim Al-Hussayni
The Aga Khan IV

Shah Karim Al-Hussayni, also known simply as the Aga Khan (Imamate: 1957-present), is the leader of the Shia sect of Muslims known as the Nizari Ismailis. For 10–15 million Nizari IsmaiΒ­li Muslims the Aga Khan is the 49th hereditary Imam, with lineage descending back to Ali, the cousΒ­in of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Source of Influence: Philanthropy, Charity & Development

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