Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed has affirmed the establishment of a system to provide necessary financial assistance to orphans permanently through the Maldives Zakat House.
Established on the recommendation of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, the Maldives Zakat House aims to enhance public awareness about Zakat while providing a mechanism for accepting and disbursing Zakat and other services.
In a social media post, Minister Dr. Shaheem disclosed plans to create a system ensuring orphans receive secure financial assistance annually until they reach legal adulthood.
After distributing Zakat payments to the poor and needy, the government deposits the remaining amount into the Zakat Fund. This fund is then utilized according to set policies and recommendations from the Zakat committee. It includes assisting those in need of funding for medical treatment and education, as well as renovating mosques and funding other projects related to public interest.
The official Dhivehi name for the Maldives Zakat House is Dhivehiraajjeyge Zakat House. The Zakat House is mandated to strengthen the Maldivian Zakat system and expand the fund by investing in areas approved by Shariah, thereby increasing distributor benefits.