Swansea academic will attend King Charles Coronation
Dr Mahaboob Basha will represent the diverse South Wales community at the historic ceremony
A manager at Swansea University's Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) has been invited to attend the King Charles' Coronation in Westminster on May 6.
Dr Mahaboob Basha, who works as ESRI's external relations and engagement manager for the Faculty of Science and Engineering will represent the diverse South Wales community at the historic ceremony.
In addition to his role at the university, Dr Basha serves as the communication and compliance lead for the new Sketty Mosque Community Centre on Sketty Park Road in Swansea.
The Coronation will welcome 2,000 guests and dignitaries from around the world and the commonwealth.
Dr Basha's attendance highlights his commitment to representing the staff and students of Swansea University, pupils and staff of Parkland Primary and Olchfa School as their governor, as well as Commonwealth citizens residing in Wales.
Upon receiving the invitation, Dr Basha said: "It is with great humility and gratitude that I accept the invitation to bear witness to a momentous event that will be etched in the annals of British monarchy history.
"I extend my sincere appreciation to the Wales First Minister's office for nominating me on behalf of the communities.
"This invitation is an honor and privilege that I deeply cherish."
In recognition of his service to the diverse community in Wales during the Covid-19 pandemic, Dr Basha was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours.
Furthermore, he was a runner-up for the National Annual St. David's Day Award in 2021, presented by the Welsh Government.
He was also winner of Black History Wales Youth Award in the Public Sector last year.
Professor Parvaiz Ali, chairman of the trustees board at Sketty Mosque Community Centre congratulated Dr Basha and said: ""We are thrilled and honoured to have Dr Basha attend this historic event representing our community.
"His presence is a testament to the inclusivity and diversity of our centre, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have him witness this momentous occasion in British history."
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Prof Paul Boyle, vice chancellor at Swansea University said “We are delighted that Dr Basha will be representing both Swansea University and our wider community on the historic occasion of His Majesty’s Coronation.
While Swansea Council leader Cllr Rob Stewart extended "huge congratulations to Dr Basha on being chosen to attend the coronation celebrations in London."
