Bandar seri begawan: Basic matters regarding fasting during the month of Ramadan, mental, physical, and spiritual preparations, as well as issues related to fasting, were among those discussed during the Tarbiyah Ahead of Ramadan with New Converts. Organised by the Islamic Da'wah Centre, Ministry of Religious Affairs, through the Mualaf Development Division (Tarbiyah Mualaf), it was held at the Conference Hall of the Centre on the morning of 7th February.

According to Radio Television Brunei, the programme was designed to provide an understanding of the obligation of fasting and to prepare participants for the month of Ramadan. The event included a talk titled "Ahlan Wa Sahlan Ya Ramadan," delivered by Haji Awang Muhammad Najib bin Haji Awang, a Religious Development Officer at the Islamic Da'wah Centre. The initiative is aimed at enhancing the understanding of new converts about the significance of the fasting month, encouraging the spirit of Ramadan early on, and ensuring correct intentions and practices before the arrival of the blessed month.