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Jordan News
7 days ago
- Health
- Jordan News
Jordan's Minister of Awqaf Visits Pilgrims in Mecca - Jordan News
Jordan's Minister of Awqaf, Islamic Affairs and Holy Places, Dr. Mohammad Al-Khalaileh, continued his inspection tours on Monday to check on the well-being of Jordanian pilgrims residing in Mecca. During his visit, he toured pilgrims' accommodations in the Al-Hafayer area. اضافة اعلان Dr. Al-Khalaileh met with the pilgrims, listened to their feedback, and instructed members of the administrative and religious mission teams to respond promptly to their remarks, follow up on their concerns, and meet all their needs. He emphasized the importance of ensuring the comfort of the pilgrims by both the Hajj companies and ministry staff, so that they can perform their rituals with ease and peace of mind. The visit also included an inspection of the medical delegation. The minister checked on the health of patients at the medical clinics and met with several members of the medical staff who are providing healthcare to the pilgrims at one of the hotels. Several pilgrims expressed their gratitude to the minister, voicing their satisfaction with the level of services provided by the ministry's teams and the Hajj companies. Accompanying Dr. Al-Khalaileh during the tour were members of the media delegation, Director of Hajj and Umrah Engineer Majdi Al-Battoush, Director General of the Hajj Fund Engineer Fouad Koury, and Director General of the Zakat Fund Dr. Abdul Samirat. Earlier, on Saturday, Dr. Al-Khalaileh also visited pilgrims from the 1948 Palestinian territories as well as Jordanian pilgrims residing in the Al-Jaroul and Al-Ma'la districts.
Jordan News
20-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Ministry of Awqaf: Renovation of 15 Homes for Poor Families Since the Beginning of the Year - Jordan News
Ministry of Awqaf: Renovation of 15 Homes for Poor Families Since the Beginning of the Year The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs confirmed that the Zakat Fund has been supporting poor families through a house renovation and maintenance project, aimed at providing safe housing and a dignified life. اضافة اعلان The Director-General of the Zakat Fund stated that cases in need are studied, and a budget is allocated for the repair of homes, including building, electricity, or water works. In a press statement, Samirat added that the project depends on the donations of zakat payers and philanthropists, reflecting the spirit of community solidarity and contributing to achieving social justice. He clarified that the Zakat Fund has a permanent program for the maintenance and renovation of homes for needy families, implemented in all Jordanian governorates. The program aims to improve living conditions through social field studies to identify homes in need of renovation or maintenance. Regarding the criteria for selecting beneficiary families, Samirat pointed out that the Zakat Fund relies on precise criteria to ensure that support reaches those who need it most. These criteria include that the beneficiary must be a Jordanian citizen with a national ID, the family income should not exceed 400 dinars, the land and building must be in the beneficiary's name with a separate title deed, and the building should be a ground floor or independent unit. As for the application process, Samirat explained that families wishing to benefit from renovation or maintenance services can visit the Zakat Fund in the relevant Awqaf Directorate and submit a formal request. A desk study is then conducted to ensure that the conditions are met, followed by a field visit by the technical committee to assess the necessary maintenance works. Recommendations are then submitted to the Zakat Fund's Board of Directors for approval and further procedures. Regarding funding sources, he clarified that renovation projects are fully funded from the donations in the Zakat Fund, and no endowment funds are used for these projects. The Director-General of the Zakat Fund noted that since the beginning of the year, 15 homes have been renovated, and emphasized that the fund has a clear vision for expanding these projects to cover all regions of the Kingdom. Samirat pointed out that one of the main challenges facing the implementation of these projects is the lack of funding. This challenge is being addressed through cooperation with companies and institutions in the private sector, in addition to zakat payers, philanthropists, and donors, to enhance the ability to expand the renovation and maintenance projects. "Al-Mamlaka"
MTV Lebanon
08-03-2025
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
Bukhari briefs Derian on underway projects of King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center
Mufti of the Republic, Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian, received today at Dar Al-Fatwa Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon, Waleed Al Bukhari, who briefed him on the schedule of programs and projects implemented by the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid in Lebanon, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. This project was launched under the patronage of the Mufti of the Republic, by providing aid and food rations to help the underprivileged in all Lebanese regions, amounting to one hundred thousand food baskets, benefiting 500 thousand individuals in all governorates and providing 22 thousand purchase vouchers. The media office at Dar Al-Fatwa reported that the King Salman Relief Center's contributions to Dar Al-Fatwa will be placed at the disposal of the Zakat Fund to be distributed to orphans and needy families accredited by the Zakat Fund. The media office confirmed that "this in-kind aid is part of the periodic assistance that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is keen on contributing within relief and humanitarian programs in many underprivileged Lebanese areas, which are implemented by the King Salman Center in cooperation and coordination with charitable and social institutions in Lebanon." The media office also indicated that "Ambassador Bukhari stressed during his meeting with His Eminence that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its leadership will continue to support the process of reviving the Lebanese state and its institutions, and will be keen on the unity of the Lebanese and the integrity of Lebanese territory, and will encourage the hopes that have begun to take shape after the election of a president for the republic and the formation of a promising government." In this context, the Mufti thanked the Saudi Kingdom and its wise leadership for its support and embrace of Lebanon and its people and for the continuous path of giving by providing everything that helps the Lebanese heal their wounds. Mufti Derian also stressed the importance of cooperation between Lebanon and its Arab brothers, at the forefront of which is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. "Lebanon has taken the first step towards reform, progress, stability and activating state institutions to serve and ensure the safety of all Lebanese, with their determination and the support of their brothers and friends," the Mufti asserted.
National News
27-02-2025
- Business
- National News
Salam, Bar Association Chief broach judicial and financial reforms
NNA – Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, on Thursday met with Beirut Bar Association President, Fadi Masri, who congratulated him on assuming office and securing Parliament's confidence. Masri reaffirmed the association's commitment to supporting the government in its reform and rescue efforts. Masri then emphasized the need to restore judicial functionality, expedite key cases—including the Beirut Port explosion probe —and uphold Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity. He also stressed the importance of judicial appointments to end the current paralysis in the judiciary. On the financial front, Masri underscored the necessity of restructuring the banking sector, ensuring accountability for Lebanon's economic collapse, and formulating legislation to safeguard and recover depositors' funds. He reaffirmed the Bar Association's ongoing legal battle to uncover the truth behind the financial crisis, distribute responsibilities, and establish a modern, transparent banking framework that adheres to international standards. PM Salam also met with AUB President Dr. Fadlo Khuri, who reiterated the university's readiness to support Lebanon through its academic and medical institutions. He emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration with the government for national progress. Additionally, the PM welcomed delegations from Dar Al-Aytam Al-Islamiyah and the Zakat Fund, who invited him to attend their upcoming Ramadan iftars. Dar Al-Aytam's event is scheduled for March 18 at Seaside Arena, while the Zakat Fund's iftar will take place on March 7 at Biel. =====R.H.
Jordan News
25-02-2025
- General
- Jordan News
Zakat Fund Approves Ramadan Plan: Vouchers, Food Parcels, Eidiya, and Home Renovations - Jordan News
The Board of Directors of the Zakat Fund has approved a Ramadan plan that includes providing an Eidiya (holiday gift) of 30 Jordanian dinars for each family benefiting from the fund, as well as for orphans during the holy month of Ramadan. اضافة اعلان During its meeting on Monday, chaired by Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs Dr. Mohammad Khalayleh, the board also agreed to release a new batch of female debtors (gharmeen) who meet the criteria of the Gharmeen Program, in collaboration with the Public Security Directorate, Judicial Execution Department. The board also approved the Zakat Fund's financial budget and that of Zakat committees for the previous year. Additionally, they agreed to issue 12,000 shopping vouchers worth 30 dinars each in partnership with the Military Consumer Corporation and to allocate 5,000 food parcels, each valued at 25 dinars, in cooperation with the Civilian Consumer Corporation. These will be distributed to needy families and charity gatherings in various governorates. The council also approved organizing an Iftar event for orphans and their families on the occasion of World Orphan Day, alongside central Iftar gatherings in all Awqaf directorates in collaboration with local Zakat committees. Furthermore, they approved the maintenance and renovation of 9 homes for poor families in different areas of the kingdom after conducting necessary social studies. Minister Khalayleh praised the Zakat Fund's role in supporting needy families, commending the donors and contributors for their trust in the fund. He emphasized that these contributions strengthen social solidarity and help support poor and needy families across the kingdom.
