Qari Khalil Ahmed Haffejee, founder of Anis al-Qur’an Academy, was born and raised in Leicester (UK), where he continues to reside. He memorised the Qur’an at the tender age of 12 under the guidance of his respected father, Hafidh Yusuf.

After completing his GCSE’s and college studies, Qari Khalil developed a strong interest in pursuing advanced Islamic education. This passion led him to travel abroad, where he graduated from the Alimiyyah programme at the prestigious Darul Uloom Zakariyya in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2017.

During his time there, he studied extensively under the guidance of Qari Ayoob Ishaq. Under his tutelage, he studied various aspects of Qur’anic sciences, including Tajwid, Qira’aat, and Rasm, receiving Ijazah (authorisation) in the Seven and Ten Major Qira’aat (Sab’ah and ‘Asharah Qira’aat). He has also received Ijazah from other scholars and qurra’ such as Qari Muhammad Salih Peck (South Africa), Qari Abdullah Bhamjee (South Africa) and Qari Muhammad Ayyub (UK).

In addition to holding multiple Ijazahs, he has broadened his knowledge by studying Chaplaincy at the Markfield Institute of Higher Education (MIHE). He currently serves as a chaplain and is pursuing studies in counselling, aspiring to become a professional Islamic counsellor.

Qari Khalil’s mission is to empower individuals, particularly the youth, by nurturing a deep love for the Qur’an through its precise recitation, meaning and reflection. He is dedicated to teaching Tajwid and Qira’aat, certifying skilled reciters who uphold the highest standards of Qur’anic excellence.