Travelling with a mahram
Question
Does a woman over 50 years require a Mahram when travelling within 77 km?
Answer
In order to guard herself from complications we suggest that she should travel with some reliable mahram.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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