About Jamiatul Ulama South Africa

Established 1923 – Council of Muslim Theologians serving South Africa's Muslim community for over 100 years.

Our Mission Our History

1923

Year Founded

100+

Years of Service

500+

Affiliated Scholars

Provinces Served

1000s

Fatwas Issued

Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To serve as the authoritative voice of Islam in South Africa by providing authentic Islamic rulings, promoting religious education, upholding Halaal standards, and delivering social, humanitarian and economic services in accordance with the Qur'an and Sunnah.

Our Vision

A united, informed and practising Muslim community in South Africa, guided by authentic Islamic principles, contributing positively to the broader South African society while preserving Islamic identity across generations.

Our Core Values

Integrity

Upholding honesty and transparency in all our dealings

Knowledge

Grounded in authentic Islamic scholarship and scholarship

Service

Dedicated to serving the Ummah with sincerity

Unity

Fostering brotherhood and cohesion in the Muslim community

Justice

Standing firm for what is right and equitable

Compassion

Serving all with mercy, kindness and empathy

Leadership

Board of Governors

Our Board of Governors provides strategic oversight and ensures alignment with our Islamic mandate.

Mufti A.H. Danka

Chairperson

Moulana Y. Padia

Vice Chairperson

Moulana I. Desai

Governor

Mufti M. Salejee

Governor

Moulana S. Tootla

Governor

Moulana H. Bhayat

Governor

Management

Executive Committee

Our Executive Committee manages day-to-day operations across all departments.

Moulana E. Vawda

Secretary General

Ml. Z. Moola

Head of Fatwa Dept.

Ml. A. Mahomed

Social Department Head

Ml. F. Randeree

Education Director

Our Journey

A Century of Service

Over 100 years of dedicated service to the Muslim community of South Africa.

1923

Founded in Johannesburg

Jamiatul Ulama South Africa was established in Fordsburg, Johannesburg, by a group of dedicated Ulama with the mission to serve the growing Muslim community and preserve Islamic values in South Africa.

1950s

Expansion & Growth

The organisation expanded its reach across the Witwatersrand, establishing Maktabs, providing social services and advocating for the rights of the Muslim community during a turbulent political era in South Africa.

1980s

Advocacy & Community Leadership

JUSA played a pivotal role in advocating for justice, issuing landmark Islamic rulings on social matters, and strengthening the Maktab education system across South Africa.

2000s

Digital Era

Embracing technology to serve the Ummah better – launching online fatwa services, a digital publications library, and expanding outreach through social media and web platforms.

Today

Serving 100+ Years Strong

Today, JUSA continues to serve as the authoritative Islamic body in South Africa, providing Fatwa services, social support, Halaal oversight, education and humanitarian aid to thousands each year.

Partners & Networks

Our Affiliations

JUSA works in collaboration with leading Islamic organisations locally and internationally.

MJC

Muslim Judicial Council

SANHA

South African National Halaal Authority

IPSA

Islamic Propagation Society of SA

MYM

Muslim Youth Movement

NICMU

National Islamic Council of Muslim Unity

World Muslim League

Rabita al-'Alam al-Islami

Governance

JUSA Constitution

Download Our Constitution

The JUSA Constitution outlines our founding principles, governance structure, membership criteria and operational procedures. It is available for download by the public.

Download Constitution (PDF)

Last amended: 2022 | File size: ~1.2 MB