The Perception of the Role of Zakat in Poverty Reduction Among Somalis

• Main Author: Mohamed, Mohamed Mohamud
• Format: Thesis
• Language: English; English
• Published: 2023
• Subjects: BP174 The practice of Islam
• Online Access: https://etd.uum.edu.my/11090/1/s828356_01.pdf; https://etd.uum.edu.my/11090/2/s828356_02.pdf; https://etd.uum.edu.my/11090/
• Institution: Universiti Utara Malaysia

The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of zakat as a poverty alleviation tool in Somalia, specifically focusing on the efficiency of its distribution and collection. To achieve this objective, a sample of 50 participants was selected, and their responses were recorded using Likert scale questions related to the distribution without bias, due process, location of zakat offices, and efficiency of the zakat structure system. Descriptive statistics tests, frequency distribution, and a multiple linear regression model were used to analyze the data collected on SPSS. The study findings revealed that certain variables, including the efficiency of the zakat structure system, reputation of zakat agencies, due process, and location of zakat offices, significantly impact zakat's ability to reduce poverty in Somalia. The study also indicated that inefficiencies in the distribution system hinder the effectiveness of zakat in poverty reduction. As a result, this study provides important implications for policymakers and practitioners in the field of poverty alleviation in Somalia, highlighting the need for a more efficient zakat distribution system and the establishment of zakat offices in villages to increase accessibility. The study recommends that policymakers and practitioners pay closer attention to factors that impact the effectiveness of zakat, such as due process and unbiased distribution, to increase the reputation of zakat agencies. Additionally, further research is necessary to confirm the significance of these findings and explore other variables that may impact the effectiveness of zakat in poverty alleviation in Somalia.