What is Zakat?
Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, requiring Muslims who meet the Nisab threshold to give 2.5% of their eligible wealth to those in need. It purifies wealth and helps uplift the community.
At Muslim Welfare Tanzania, we ensure your Zakat is distributed according to Islamic principles to the eight categories of eligible recipients (Asnaf).
Zakat Eligibility Criteria
Who must pay Zakat and on what wealth
Nisab Threshold
Wealth must exceed the Nisab value (approx. TZS 8,500,000)
Hawl (One Lunar Year)
Wealth must be held for one full lunar year
Zakatable Assets
Cash, gold, silver, business inventory, investments
Liability Deduction
Deduct debts and immediate expenses
Our Zakat Distribution Process
Ensuring your Zakat reaches those who need it most
Collection
Zakat collected through various channels
Verification
Eligibility verification of recipients
Calculation
Proper calculation based on needs
Distribution
Direct distribution to eligible recipients
Reporting
Transparent reporting to donors
100% Zakat Distribution
We distribute 100% of your Zakat to eligible recipients. Our administrative costs are covered separately to ensure your Zakat reaches those who need it most.
Eligible Recipients (Asnaf)
The eight categories of Zakat recipients as mentioned in the Quran
Al-Fuqara
The Poor: those who have little or no income
Al-Masakin
The Needy: those in difficult circumstances
Amil
Zakat Administrators: those who collect and distribute Zakat
Muallaf
New Muslims: those whose hearts are to be reconciled
Fir-Riqab
Freeing Slaves: to free captives and slaves
Al-Gharimin
Those in Debt: those burdened by debt
Fi Sabilillah
In Allah's Cause: for the cause of Allah
Ibnus Sabil
Wayfarers: travelers in need