Maybank channels RM4 mln zakat through Sarawak Baitulmal Fund to boost Muslim welfare

Khairussaleh (third left) presenting the zakat contribution to Misnu (third right), witnessed by Abang Johari (centre) at the Satria Pertiwi Complex in Petra Jaya on Nov 6, 2026. Photo: Ukas
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By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Nov 6: Maybank Islamic Financial Group has channelled RM4 million in zakat to the Sarawak Baitulmal Fund (TBS), strengthening efforts to support the welfare and socioeconomic well-being of the Muslim community in Sarawak.

Maybank Group President and Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Sri Khairussaleh Ramli, accompanied by Maybank Sarawak Regional Director Abang Jamili Abang Julai, presented the contribution to Sarawak Islamic Council (MIS) president Datuk Misnu Taha, who represented TBS, at the Satria Pertiwi Complex in Petra Jaya today.

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According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the ceremony was witnessed by the Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

The contribution reflects Maybank’s commitment to fulfilling its zakat obligations while supporting initiatives to improve the well-being of the Muslim community in the State.

It also underscores the importance of collaboration between financial institutions and zakat management bodies in extending assistance to those in need. — DayakDaily

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