Hodeida - Saba:
The General Authority of Zakat office in Hodeida province on Saturday initiated a widespread awareness campaign to educate the public about the importance of zakat.
Targeting markets and shops, the campaign aims to promote zakat as a vital tool for social solidarity and justice.
Deputy Director of the Zakat Authority office Hamid al-Azzi stated that the campaign is part of a strategic effort to cultivate a culture of zakat compliance, emphasizing its role in supporting vulnerable populations.
He explained that the campaign will disseminate information about the Sharia provisions of Zakat, ensuring its proper distribution to eligible beneficiaries. The office is also working to dispel misconceptions about zakat and encourage merchants and taxpayers to fulfill this religious obligation, especially during Ramadan.
Director of Awareness Bassam al-Lai added that the ten-day campaign will involve distributing leaflets and posters, conducting meetings with merchants and taxpayers, and holding awareness seminars in mosques and markets to promote community engagement with zakat.
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