Morocco sets zakat al-Fitr at MAD 23, encourages additional giving

Morocco sets zakat al-Fitr at MAD 23, encourages additional giving
Friday 21 March 2025 - 13:30

Morocco’s Supreme Scientific Council has announced the value of Zakat al-Fitr for this year, setting it at MAD 23 per person. The Council also emphasized that individuals are welcome to contribute more if they wish to.

In a statement released this week, the Supreme Scientific Council explained the significance of Zakat al-Fitr, stating that it is a legal obligation reflecting the values of solidarity within the Muslim community, allowing them to draw closer to God and symbolizing the breaking of the Ramadan fast.

“Zakat al-Fitr is also equivalent to 2.5 kilograms of grain or flour,” the statement further detailed, providing an alternative method of fulfilling the obligation.

The Council advised that Zakat al-Fitr should ideally be paid up to three days before Eid al-Fitr. This allows ample time for the funds and goods to reach those in need before the celebration marking the end of Ramadan.

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