Durban Muslim Traders Association. ⢠Gauteng Halal Traders Association. ⢠Islamic Medical Association. ⢠Jamiatul
Successful International Halal Services Models (SANHA) Moulana Muhammad Saeed Navlakhi South African National Halaal Authority - (SANHA)
Halal Industry and its Services Conference 24-26 January 2011 State of Kuwait, Salmiyah, Holiday Inn Hotel al-Salmiyah
Historical Background • • • • • •
Early Indonesian Muslims – 1600’s Indian Muslims – mid 1800’s Minority Muslim Population Apartheid Laws Trying circumstances Preservation of religious and cultural values
Halal Certification Objectives • • • • •
Divine injunction Material & spiritual implications Muslim consumer assurance Accessibility to all Mankind Facilitate Halal trade
Religious testimony Requires guidance of Shari’ah experts Understanding of the relevant industry Competence to identify Haram CCP’s
Halal Certification in SA • • • • • •
Muslim need Introduced 1960’s Under the supervision of the ‘Ulama Limited to Red Meat slaughterhouses Extended to poultry – 70’s 80’s - Other consumables
SA – Unique Position • • • • • • •
NGO’s – broad based representation Halal certification primarily for local market Huge Muslim FMCG representation Strong local demand Educated and informed consumer Religious freedom Sound visionary leadership
Why the demand for Halal? • • • • • • • • •
Lifestyle choice Increased awareness Divine command – Islamic value Exponential market Dietary assurance Brand evolution Phenomenal market share Change in demographics Disposable income
SA Halal Certifying Bodies
• Pre 1996 • SANHA – 1996 • Current 2011
WHY SANHA… • • • • • • • • •
Repeal of sanctions Deregulation of the meat industry Several regional bodies with no co-ordination Lack of uniform religious standards Inadequate systems and monitoring programs Absence of Halal imports control Lack of industry understanding Deceptive and fraudulent certification Poor dissemination of information
Who & What is SANHA? • • • • • •
South African National Halaal Authority Established in 1996 Nationally represented Transparent & accountable Legitimate, credible and independent Professional and competent halal certification service to the industry • Consumer – core focus of activity
SANHA Members • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Association of Muslim Schools Association of Muslim Accountants and Lawyers Central Islamic Trust Council of Ulama (Eastern Cape) Crescent of Hope SA Darul Ihsan KZN Darul Waqaf Islamic Trust Durban Muslim Traders Association Gauteng Halal Traders Association Islamic Medical Association Jamiatul Ulama South Africa Jamiatul Ulama Western Cape Majlisud Da'wah wal Islaah Minara Chamber of Commerce Northern Cape Halal Board South African Muslim Restaurants Association
Plus 137 Associated Muslim Organisation Members
Ulama Council Members Central Islamic Trust Council of Ulama (Eastern Cape) Crescent of Hope SA Darul Waqaf Islamic Trust Jamiatul Ulama KZN Jamiatul Ulama Transvaal Majlisud Da'wah wal Islaah Northern Cape Halaal Board
General Members Association of Muslim Schools Association of Muslim Accountants and Lawyers Cape Muslim Butchers Association Durban Muslim Traders Association Gauteng Halaal Traders Association Islamic Medical Association Minara Chamber of Commerce Muslim Consumer Council South African Muslim Restaurants Association
Eight Elected Representatives
Six Elected Representatives + 1 Independent
Board of Executives
Management Committee comprising of Office Bearers and Office Managers
KZN - Head Office
Gauteng Office
Western Cape Office
Area/s of Operation KZN E.Cape
Area/s of Operation Gauteng Northern Cape Limpopo (Northern Province) North West Province Mpumalanga Free State
Thinking Globally • Striving toward establishment of a Global Halal Standard • Founder member of WHC • Networking and sharing of expertise with other role players • Development of collaborative relationships and halal programmes with other countries
Acting Locally • Educating the public on Islamic dietary laws and practices through public talks, publications, media, exhibitions • Consultancy service to the industry • Consumer information line • Investigating Halal food complaints • Overseeing Halal catering at functions
Develop effective systems Promote Muslim consumer participation Inclusive of the broader spectra of ‘Ulama Develop national and international collaborative relationships • Protect and nurture Muslim identity
The Way Forward • Unification forums • Establish collaborative relationships • Development & accreditation of Halal Regulators • Bridging Science & Shari‘ah • Networking and sharing of expertise with other role players • Proactively support establishment of a unified Global Halal Standard