16th Jan 2026
Zen Ghani reflects on how his grandparents made Scotland their home in the 1950s, first settling in Stornoway before moving to the Isle of Harris.
He shares the story of their lives as shopkeepers, the hard work that defined them, and the lasting values of resilience, community, and commitment they passed down to him.
22nd Nov 2025
Zen Ghani held a Coffee Morning in Glasgow Cathcart & Pollok to formally launch his campaign.
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He spoke of his upbringing in care and the need to stand up for those who have been overlooked or forgotten by Westminster politicians.
22nd Oct 2025
An MSP candidate has told how a school dinner was his only hot meal of the day growing up in the south side of Glasgow.
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Zen Ghani spoke of his personal experience of poverty - pointing out he is familiar with the financial struggles people face first hand in the city.
17th Oct 2025
Zen Ghani visited the programme in October 2025, to see its impact on the community.
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The club, run by Crookston Community Group, provides daily meals and social activities for children aged five to 15 during school holidays across Greater Pollok.
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29th Sept 2025
Zen Ghani, a Glasgow Councillor, was given the award for Public Service in September 2025
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He was presented with the honour at the Scottish Muslim Awards 2025, where he was recognised for exceptional service to others and communities across Glasgow.
10th Sept 2025
Zen Ghani announced a £300,000 investment to revitalise two key multi-use games areas (MUGAs) in the southside of Glasgow.
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Once completed, both areas will be transformed into safe, high-quality spaces for local children and young people to enjoy sport and physical activity, and improve their mental health.
6th May 2025
The SNP this week confirmed its full slate of candidates for the Scottish Parliament election, which takes place on 7 May 2026.
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Glasgow Southside councillor Zen Ghani has won his party’s nomination for the new Glasgow Cathcart and Pollok constituency.
