News & Events

The HD in Collaboration with MAM, Signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) With Islamic Relief Malawi.

The Halaal Department of the Muslim Association of Malawi (HD-MAM), in collaboration with its parent organization, the Muslim Association of Malawi (MAM), has formally entered into an agreement with Islamic Relief Malawi on 5th February 2026.

Members of the World Halaal Council (WHC) Commit to Collaboration

The World Halaal Council (WHC) convened its 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Qurtuba Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa, from November 12th to 14th, 2025.

Group Village Headman Urged Business People to Embrace Halaal Standard

Residents of Mitundu have been encouraged to adopt Halaal practices in their food business operations, as Halaal food is recognized for its quality and hygiene.

Closed Establishment (No Longer Halaal Certified) July 2025.

The Halaal Department (HD) would like to inform all Muslims and the general public that the following establishments are no longer Halaal Certified by the HD due to closure or non-compliance.

New Approval Certified July 2025

The Halaal Department would like to inform all Muslims and the general public that the following establishment have been certified Halaal from July 2025 are entitled to use HD Signage. Restaurants Emmanuel’s Catering Services – MUST, Blantyre Shira’s Catering Services MUST, Blantyre Pakhomo Fast Food Restaurant, Balaka Town CC Café Restaurant – Mangochi Town Sunny […]

Halaal Department (HD) Engaged with it’s Ulama Of Lilongwe

The Halaal Department has reached out to the Ulama for their support in advancing HD initiatives. While expressing deep gratitude for the vital roles played by the Ulama in promoting Halaal efforts, the Director of HD Haafiz Faisal Kassam emphasized the need for increased their engagement in this crucial endeavor.

The Halaal Department (HD) Participates in the Annual General Meeting Of The World Halaal Council (WHC)

Recently, the Halaal Department (HD) participated in the Annual General Meeting of the World Halaal Council (WHC) held at Umhlanga in Durban, South Africa.

Nationwide Call for Vigilance: Halaal Department Urges Students to Ensure Food Compliance”

The Halaal Department has called on students nationwide to be cautious when consuming food, as not all products may adhere to Halaal standards. This advisory was shared by the Halaal Department of the Muslim Association of Malawi during an awareness session held with students at the Balaka Islamic Institute in Balaka. The department raised concerns […]

People at Mchinji Border Have Made a Promise to Embrace Halaal Standards

Group Village Headman Kawombe at the Mchinji border has expressed his willingness to donate land to the Buchermans for the purpose of establishing a Halaal slaughtering system in his area.

New Approval Certified July 2024.

The Halaal Department would like to inform all Muslims and the general public that the following establishment have been certified Halaal from January 2024 are entitled to use HD Signage.