Syariah Law

What is Hibah? Hibah, which can be simply translated as ‘gift’ allows a Muslim to bestow something they own or a sum of money upon another person or organisation, such as a charity. This is achieved by transferring the legal title and possession of the gift directly to the recipient, also referred to as the ‘donee.’ Alternatively, a gift can be made by the donor through a “Deed of Gift,”...

In Syariah Court divorce proceedings, two crucial issues require determination: Nafkah Iddah Mutaah This article will provide some additional information and guidance around each of these areas. Nafkah Iddah Nafkah Iddah refers to the husband’s obligation to provide maintenance to his wife for three consecutive months after divorcing her. This maintenance is meant to support the wife during the iddah or waiting period, during which she cannot remarry under Muslim...