Animal sacrifices will only be permitted under the current financial resources or endowments.
Updated News on Kuwait's Sacrificial Animal Projects
Looks like the Ministry of Social Affairs has some good news for those who've been eagerly waiting for the sacrificial animal projects to resume! But hold up, it ain't a free-for-all just yet. You see, the recent approval only extends to organizations that already got a sacrificial animal endowment established, with the funds already earmarked for distribution. There won't be a general launch of new projects like in the past.
This move comes after a recommendation by the Committee for Regulating Humanitarian and Charitable Work, which took place on Monday. They proposed the reinstatement of sacrificial animal projects and orphan sponsorship deductions, according to Al-Jarida daily.
The committee, chaired by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef, welcomed various government stakeholders to its fourth meeting. This move forms part of Kuwait's broader mission to upgrade the governance and transparency of charitable activities. They're aiming to align their efforts with international standards and maintain a strong reputation in the global humanitarian community.
Now, here's a quick lowdown on what we know:
- Existing Endowments Only: The revival of sacrificial animal projects is solely limited to existing endowments. no new projects will be kicked off as of now.
- Eligible Entities: The criteria for eligible entities have not been specifically outlined, but we're talking about religious and charitable organizations that manage these projects.
- Zakat House: The Zakat House in Kuwait typically gets involved in the annual Eid Al-Adha sacrifice (Udhiyah) initiatives, which focuses on offering sacrificial meat to underprivileged families during Eid celebrations.
- Sufficient Supply: Rest assured, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has confirmed that there's a plentiful supply of sacrificial animals available for Eid Al-Adha, meeting the demands of both locals and residents.
In essence, the ongoing endowments will keep the sacrificial animal projects running, but there won't be any new projects launched. The focus is on meeting the demand during Eid Al-Adha celebrations. Stay tuned for more updates!
[1] Zakat House and Annual Eid Al-Adha Sacrifice (Udhiyah) Efforts. (n.d.). Retrieved March 30, 2023, from https://www.zakat.gov.kw/en/services/zakat/egalin/eid-al-adha
[2] Ministry of Commerce and Industry [2023] Assures Sufficient Supply of Sacrificial Animals for Eid Al-Adha. (2023, March 30). Retrieved March 30, 2023, from https://www.mci.gov.kw/EN/MediaCenter/Pages/27798.aspx
- The revival of Kuwait's sacrificial animal projects is currently restricted to organizations that have already established a sacrificial animal endowment, highlighting the significant role of financial planning in charitable activities.
- The recent approval of Kuwait's sacrificial animal projects has been influenced by considerations from the Committee for Regulating Humanitarian and Charitable Work, demonstrating the intersection of business, politics, and general news in shaping welfare initiatives.
