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Zakat Collection Via PPZ-MAIWP Agents Up 17.4 Pct in 2024

Zakat Collection Via PPZ-MAIWP Agents Up 17.4 Pct in 2024

Barnama17-06-2025
KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Zakat (tithe) collection through appointed agents of the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council Zakat Collection Centre (PPZ-MAIWP) reached RM74.34 million in 2024, a 17.4 per cent increase from RM63.28 million the previous year.
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said the achievement reflects the public's strong confidence in PPZ-MAIWP authorised agents.
'Congratulations to all agents for this impressive achievement. It reflects rising trust among zakat payers in PPZ-MAIWP's agent network.
'I'm confident this figure will continue to increase in line with ongoing system enhancements and service improvements on each platform,' he said at the PPZ-MAIWP Zakat Collection Agents Appreciation Ceremony here today.
Sixteen high-performing agent companies were also honoured for their outstanding contributions in expanding access to zakat services in 2024.
The event also acknowledged the agents' efforts in promoting awareness and understanding of zakat obligations, in support of PPZ-MAIWP's social and welfare mission.
Also present were MAIWP chairman Syed Kamarulzaman Syed Kabeer, PPZ-MAIWP chairman Datuk Seri Amrin Awaluddin and PPZ-MAIWP chief executive officer Datuk Abdul Hakim Amir Osman.
Meanwhile, PPZ-MAIWP, in a statement, urged the public to channel their zakat through its appointed agents to avoid fraud or misinformation.
Details on authorised agents are available at www.zakat.com.my or via the Zakat Careline at 1-300-88-5757.
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