Understanding Expiration Dates
Do They Really Matter? As consumers become more critical of where their food comes from and how it is made, checking an expiration date on labels has become a common practice. No one wants to buy expired foods, let alone consume them. Every now and then, we may pull out an expired item from our […]
Living Halal in a Muslim-Minority Country
Exploring Halal and Spirituality at the Cape I grew up in South Africa, as a Muslim, during Apartheid. I was certainly a minority, due to my religion. Rarely however, did I give any thought to how accessible halal food was, for me and other South African Muslims. Even though I lived in an oppressive country, […]
What is Islamic Banking
The Future of Finance Islam is an all-encompassing religion that establishes guidelines and rules, for all aspects of life. Islam leaves out no aspect untouched, whether it is rulings that govern our interactions with others, wildlife and animals, and even our finances. Among those rulings, is the concept of Islamic banking. Islamic banking is a […]
Cruising Halal
The Rise of The Halal Cruise Liner Muslims make up one of the fastest-growing segments of the global travel industry. In response, hotels, tour operators, and even cruise liners are striving to meet their dietary and religious needs. The Halal tourism industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the global travel industry. For it […]
Is Your Food Halal?
Is Your Food Halal? “Is your food halal?” is a question I have personally asked countless times over the years, whether I am in my home city, abroad, or at a friend’s house. I grew up in a multicultural society where Islam is a minority religion. I learned from an early age that “halal” meant an animal is slaughtered in a […]
The Islamic Perspective on the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Islamic Perspective on the Coronavirus Pandemic To our distinguished readers, As all of you are well aware, COVID-19 is a major concern to all, particularly with regards to travel and large gatherings. We, as Muslims and human beings, must be cognizant of this reality, and remember to view this from the perspective of the […]
How to be a Halal Conscious Consumer
How to be a Halal Conscious Consumer The concept of Halal is expanding across the globe, and along with it comes a lifestyle that Muslims can adopt in order to become a halal conscious consumer. A significant part of becoming “halal conscious” has to do with assessing our behavior and attitudes, as a Muslim consumer. Before we dive […]
Eight Home-Based Halal Business Ideas for Muslim Women
Eight Home-Based Halal Business Ideas for Muslim Women Working from home has a lot of benefits, especially if you’re a stay-at-home mom, and you’d love to earn an income. Recently, everyone is looking for an opportunity to stay home while still staying financially afloat. As a result of the global lockdown, more and more people […]
Everything You Need to Know About the Halal Pharmaceutical Industry
Everything You Need to Know About the Halal Pharmaceutical Industry With Muslims constituting nearly a quarter of the world’s population, there has been an increased need for halal awareness within the pharmaceutical industry. Many of us, including Muslims, rely on modern medicine to cure our various ailments. Whether it’s popping a quick painkiller to cure […]
Being A Muslim In The Workplace
Awkward…. or is it? Realistically, two of the many things we cannot avoid in our lives are our faith and earning an income. While the former may prove to be a blessing more than anything else, it does erect challenges for many when combined with the latter, especially in an office/corporate environment. Many a time […]
