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How Shariah Investment Screening Works — A Guide for South African Muslims
by: Mogamat Ali SaliePublished on: 21/08/2026Shariah investment screening is the two-tier process that separates a halal portfolio from a conventional one. This guide explains business activity screening, financial ratio screening, income purification, who conducts the screening, and its limitations — for South African Muslim investors.
Are Unit Trusts Halal? What South African Muslim Investors Need to Know
by: Mogamat Ali SaliePublished on: 21/08/2026A unit trust can be halal — but only if the underlying portfolio is Shariah-screened and the fund is overseen by a qualified Shariah supervisory board. This guide explains what South African Muslim investors must check before investing in any unit trust.
Are ETFs Halal? A Guide for South African Muslim Investors
by: Mogamat Ali SaliePublished on: 21/08/2026An ETF can be halal — but it is not automatically Shariah-compliant just because it tracks an index. This guide explains the two-tier Shariah screening process for ETFs, income purification, and what South African Muslim investors need to check before buying any ETF.
Navigating the Digital Frontier: Understanding Mufti Taqi Usmani's Fatwa on Cryptocurrency
by: Mogamat Ali SaliePublished on: 22/07/2026Can Muslims invest in cryptocurrency? Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani's latest fatwa explores whether digital assets comply with Shariah principles. Discover the reasoning behind the ruling and what every Muslim investor should know before investing.
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