House Of Zakat and Waqf
House of Zakat and Waqf, Uganda is a non-denominational and not for profit organization set up to manage and administer Zakat (obligatory dues) and preservation of Waqf (endowment) in accordance with the teaching of the Holy Quran, Hadith, Consensus and Analogy for the social wellbeing of Muslims and development of Islam.
Spreading Ramadan Blessings: House of Zakat and Waqf Uganda’s Iftar Distribution in Bukomansimbi
Alhamdulillah, the blessed month of Ramadan is a time of reflection, compassion, and generosity. On the 8th day of this holy month, our dedicated team at House of Zakat and Waqf Uganda reached out to communities in Mizindaalo, Kayanja, Mirembe, an
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House of Zakat and Waqf Uganda: Malaysian Scholarship 2024 Batch
The House of Zakat and Waqf Uganda is thrilled to announce that the 2024 batch of scholarship recipients is set to embark on an exciting journey to Malaysia on October 22, 2024. This initiative aims to provide studen
Read moreCreate a systematic and transparent framework for the collection and distribution of zakat,
Enabling the affluent to contribute towards the welfare of the less fortunate.
HoZWU is guided by the vision of;
“Fostering a modern and rapidly growing Ummah, dedicated to the payment of Zakat, the development of Waqf, and the promotion of the Islamic way of life among believers”
Zakat Distribution
The distribution of Zakat is guided by the Sharia Board and underscores the following among others.
1k+
supported students in universities, secondary and primary schools
5+
Tons of maize flour distributed to victims of hunger in 2016
7.5
Acres of Eucalyptus trees in Mbiriizi, Lwengo District
Frequently Asked Questions
These are alms or charitable gifts donated voluntarily expressing sympathy with the recipient, not of duty or re-numeration. Swadaqah can be given anytime or Swadaqah is for those who are below the minumum ammount (Niswab) liable to payment of Zakat.
Zakat is an Arabic term, it denotes: growth, purity, and blessing. Quran: 24:56 (Surat Al-An-Nur) Allah says: ......And Perform As-salat and give Zakat and obey the Messenger (Muhamad S.A.W) - that you may receive mercy from Allah.