The General Secretariat of Awqaf announced today (Wednesday) the signing of a landmark cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Islamic Affairs to establish the "Telephone and Electronic Fatwa" project.

Key Project Details

• Service Channels:
  ✓ Dedicated hotline (149)
  ✓ Digital platforms (forthcoming)

• Availability: 24/7 religious guidance

• Scope: Covers worship, transactions, and daily life matters

Official Statements

Nasser Al-Hamad, Acting Secretary-General of Awqaf, emphasized:

1. Accessibility:

   • "This initiative ensures reliable fatwas from official sources amid digital transformation"

   • Targets all community segments including residents

2. Quality Assurance:

   • Direct access to specialized scholars

   • Promotes moderate, purpose-oriented Islamic jurisprudence (Maqasid Al-Sharia)

3. Strategic Partnership:

   • Combines Awqaf's resources with Ministry's scholarly expertise

   • Aligns with national digital transformation goals

Service Features

• Certified Fatwas: From authorized religious scholars

• Comprehensive Coverage: All aspects of Islamic jurisprudence

• Digital Integration: Future app/website development planned

Significance

This waqf-funded project represents:
✓ First integrated official fatwa service
✓ Response to growing demand for authentic religious guidance
✓ Model for intergovernmental cooperation in religious services