Mosque
Auwal Masjid
43 Dorp St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001
Cape Town, ZA
Johannesburg time zone
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Prayer times – Cape Town
Cape Town, • Johannesburg time zone (UTC+2)
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Thursday, September 17, 2026
Fajr
05:13
Sunrise
23:42
Dhuhr
12:42
Asr
16:05
Maghrib
18:39
Isha
20:00
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Sunrise
23:42
Sunset
11:38
Qibla
23.4°
Calculation Methods · Egyptian
Calculation method approved by Egyptian Survey Authority, used in Egypt and most Arab countries, uses 19.5° for Fajr and 17.5° for Isha
Twilight Angles
Fajr 19.5 • Isha 17.5
Madhhab
Shafi
High Latitude Rule
Middle of the Night
Coordinates
-33.9222°, 18.4147° • 0 m
Distance to Mecca
6,558 km
Timezone
Johannesburg time zone (UTC +2)
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Qibla direction
Auwal Masjid · 23.4° NNE
Angle from North
23.4°
Distance to Mecca
6,558 km
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Description
About the Mosque
Auwal Masjid, situated at 43 Dorp Street in the historic Bo-Kaap area of Cape Town, holds the distinction of being the oldest mosque in South Africa, founded in 1794. It was established by Tuan Guru, a Muslim prince from Tidore who was imprisoned on Robben Island. The mosque is a cornerstone of the Cape Malay Muslim community and a symbol of religious freedom. Its architecture reflects Cape Dutch and Islamic influences. The mosque remains an active place of worship and a popular tourist attraction.
Auwal Masjid is a mosque located at 43 Dorp St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001. This page brings together practical information for worshippers and visitors.
The prayer times shown are calculated for the mosque's location in the Johannesburg time zone; the approximate Qibla bearing is 23.4°.
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