Ms. Kolsum is a member of Shia community of Kenya.

she explains about the culture of Ashura in her community.
 How well is Imam Husayn (A.S) and the event of Ashura known to your people, Muslims or non-Muslims?
Kolsum: We have a procession every Ashura. We have the “Who is Husayn” campaign and try our best to spread the message to the people (non Muslims). We organize inter-faith programs and try to invite our brothers and sisters from other religions/communities to the mosque.
 How are Muharrem mourning ceremonies held in your country and other African states?
Kolsum: We have a procession (Juloos) every Ashura day and keep majalis at the mosque every 12 days and after that.
 Have you ever held any interfaith dialog over the issue of Ashura and Imam Husayn?
Kolsum: We always have interfaith programs in Ramadan where brothers open their fasts together and lectures are given.
 What influence has the message of Ashura on your personal and social life?
Kolsum: I personally have had a huge impact from the time I experienced Ashura in Kerbala and my life has changed ever since. I feel more connected towards Allah and the people around me and actually do have patience to endure the biggest of difficulties.

How could the Imam Husayn (A.S) teachings and Culture of Ashura help modern-day people?
Kolsum: It can help people keep connected to their religion and teaches the women through the struggles of Sayeda Zainab

Source: en.shafaqna.com