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Western Cape
Region Muharram Ed - JANUARY
2008
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MUHARRAM ... is the first month of the Islamic Calendar and as its name suggests, started from the time our beloved Nabi Muhammad's (SAW) migration from Makkah to Medina. Among the days of this auspicious month, the 10th of Muharram has a sanctity of its own.Commemoration of 10th MuharramHow did Nabi Muhammad
(SAW) commemorate the 10th of
Muharram The
10th of Muharram was observed as a day of fasting by the
Quraish in the time of Jahiliyah (ignorance). The Prophet (SAW) used to
observe this fast. When the Prophet (SAW) entered Medina, he found the people of the Book fasting and honouring the 10th of Muharram. He said unto them: “What is this day you are fasting?”
They replied: “this is a great day. On this day, Allah saved Nabi Moosa
(AS) and his people and drowned Firoun and his men. In thanks to Allah,
did Nabi Moosa (AS) fast on this day.” So the Prophet (SAW) said unto
them: “we are nearer in duty to follow Nabi Moosa (AS).”
It was the Prophets custom to imitate all good deeds and practices. He then fasted on this day and ordered his followers to do likewise. He stressed this practice that even the children of Medina fasted on this day. Fasting during the month of MuharramThere
are 3 formats of Fasting which can be observed during
Muharram Fasting for 3 consecutive days: 9th, 10th and 11th of Muharram Fasting for 2 days, either the 9th and 10th or the 10th and 11th Muharram Fasting on the 10th Muharram Ghátamul Qurán Muharram ProgrammeTHEME: Pondering upon the beauty of Qurán
SANZAF will be hosting its annual Ghátamul Qurán Muharram programme on Sunday 03 February 2008 from 08h00 until Thuhr. The Siddiqui Masjid in Elsies River has been chosen this year as the venue for this auspicious occasion. The programme will provide attendees yet another wonderful opportunity to ponder upon the beauty of Qurán. Download Zakáh Calculator SpreadsheetPondering upon the beauty of Zakah & Sadaqah in Qurán
As we are registered as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO), contributors may request an S18A certificate from SANZAF in order to apply for a tax rebate from SARS. Phone our Thornton Road, Athlone office on (021) 638 0965 or our Bridgetown Office on(021) 638 5108 Operation Fitrah report backSANZAF’s Operation Fitrah in conjunction with 65 Masajid and organisations saw the distribution of Id parcels and clothing to almost 10,000 destitute and needy families. An equivalent amount of Id food parcels were allocated and distributed. SANZAF expresses its gratitude to all the parties who contributed to the success of the operation. By working together duplication was eliminated. Our beloved Nabi Muhammad (pbuh) is reported to have said;"Prevent them (the poor and needy) from begging on this day (the day of Id )." Iftár Programme report back
Operation Qurbani report back
SANZAF Representatives from around the country travelled to the heart of the poor to perform this sacred act. One of our regions had an excellent experience with its local Qurbani, having performed it in several townships. The difference this year was that they took the donors with them and this had several advantages, including exposing them to the areas in which SANZAF operates, helping to bridge the divide between donor and recipients Education & Empowerment ProjectThe Education and empowerment project in the
Western Cape has shown remarkable growth since inception in 1985. This
bursary project was aimed at empowering
and assisting needy students, and has subsequently developed into one of
SANZAF's leading projects.
The chart above reflects the type of institution, the number of students assisted and the total amount sponsored. SANZAF Western Cape region has spent R1,652,635.00 on bursaries in the financial year ending August 2007. The budget for the current academic year is R2m. How to apply for bursary assistanceThe following criteria are applicable to those who wish to
qualify for SANZAF bursaries: * the
applicant has to write a letter of application and submit two
testimonials. * applications for financial assistance must be hand delivered, faxed or posted to SANZAF
by the applicant * applicants must qualify as recipients of Zakáh On receipt of completed bursary applicationOn receipt of a completed application, including the letter of admission to study from the relevant educational institution, a statement of fees, two ID photos, the original ID document (or permit in case of refugees), all documentation will be duly processed.
Applicants will be contacted and interviewed, and all
outstanding documentation will be requested before proceeding with the
applications. A case file
with the relevant information such as family composition, income and
expenditure are kept.
For full application details please contact our Education & Empowerment department at (021) 638 5108 Success storyRecipient 1 of Grassy Park - Completed her studies in 2004. She is now a qualified dentist. SANZAF provided her with financial assistance for her studies in 2002 during her third academic year. Layla has recently reciprocated and is giving back to the destitute and needy by completing a Zakáh debit order. She makes a further contribution to the running of SANZAF's poverty alleviation and empowerment projects by means of a Sadaqah debit order. Questions and answersQuestion 1: What is the meaning of Nisáb? Nisáb is a minimum amount of wealth which makes one liable to pay Zakáh. The person who possesses an amount equal to or greater than this specified minimum wealth, which remains in his or her possession for a period of one year is considered wealthy enough to pay the Zakáh. How
to calculate Nisáb Step 3: Multiply the value of silver per ounce x 21 Example Therefore, at Wednesday 16 January 2008 (07 Muharram 1429) the Nisáb = R2,639.49
Muharram Mubarak |
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NPO: 007-160 | PBO: 930001714 |
To help you calculate you Zakáh
contribution we have included your Zakáh Calculator spreadsheet for
download. 
SANZAF also hosted Iftár programmes
attended by a total number of 1200 adults and children from the Masjid
at Lost City on the 21 September 2007, the Al Jaamia Uthmania Masjid
in Bonteheuwel on 28 September 2007 and Masjidul Izza in Bishop Lavis on
05 October 2007. 
Our Operation Qurbani in Malawi and
Mozambique was successfully completed, Alhamdulillah. 