RM6.5mil worth of zakat distributed for Ramadan


MELAKA: The spirit of giving during the month of Ramadan starts early with RM6.5mil of tithe (zakat) being distributed to 10,420 eligible recipients, in stages.

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (pic) said the quantum of the financial assistance has been increased to RM400 per household, with an additional RM100.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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