August 12, 2026 in Ebène Cybercity Mauritius
AlHuda CIBE, towards the pursuance of its mission to promote Islamic Banking and Finance globally, has been working diligently since 2005. Over the years, AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking and Economics has earned recognition as a distinguished service provider, driven by its notable services, dedicated team of professionals, and comprehensive one-stop solutions in Islamic Banking and Finance.
Our core objective is to deliver state-of-the-art services that contribute to the sustainable growth and development of the Islamic financial industry. We take pride in our strong global presence and prominence in advisory and consultancy, research and development, education and capacity building, Shariah advisory, publications, and the successful organization of international conferences and events worldwide.
Islamic Finance Powering Africa’s Transformation
| Inauguration Session: |
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| Recitation of the Holy Quran |
| Welcome Address |
| Inaugural & Keynote Address |
| Group Photo |
| Technical Session I: Islamic Banking, Finance, FinTech & Financial Inclusion |
| Introduction to Islamic Financial Products and Operations in Africa |
| Regulatory Framework for Islamic Banking and Finance in Africa |
| Policy and Strategy Development for Financial Inclusion through Islamic Banking |
| Financial Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation |
| Current Trends in Shariah-Compliant Financial Inclusion |
| Role of Islamic Finance in Promoting Financial Inclusion |
| Panel Session: Development of Islamic Microfinance in West Africa |
| Impact of Poverty and Limited Economic Opportunities |
| Conceptual Framework for Islamic Microfinance |
| Key Characteristics of Islamic Microfinance |
| Sustainability Challenges and Issues in the Microfinance System |
| Islamic Microfinance Products and their Compatibility with Conventional Microfinance Products |
| Technical Session II: Takaful (Islamic Insurance), Sukuk & Islamic Capital Market |
| Overview of Takaful (Islamic Insurance) and Its Models |
| Role of the Takaful Industry in Supporting the Islamic Finance Sector in Africa |
| Innovative Products in General and Family Takaful |
| Takaful Management Systems |
| Sukuk as a Tool to Support Mauritius Government Development Initiatives |
| Asset-Based Financing: A Risk-Free Solution During Global Crises |
| Structuring Shariah-Compliant Funds |
| Certificate Distribution Ceremony |
The Post-Event Workshop on Sukuk and Islamic Capital Markets, scheduled for August 13, 2026, offers participants an in-depth, practical exploration of Shariah-compliant capital market instruments. The workshop will cover Sukuk structuring, issuance processes, risk management, and innovative investment opportunities, with a focus on applying Islamic finance principles in real-world scenarios. Attendees will benefit from interactive sessions, case studies, and guidance from industry experts, gaining actionable insights to enhance their understanding and participation in Islamic capital markets.
| Benefits of the Training: |
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| Gain hands-on understanding of Sukuk structuring, issuance, and Shariah-compliant investment mechanisms. |
| Learn about emerging trends, market opportunities, and risk management strategies in Islamic capital markets. |
| Connect with experts, practitioners, regulators, and peers from across the Islamic finance ecosystem. |
| Professional Development: Enhance skills for career growth in banking, finance, advisory, and investment sectors. |
| Acquire tools and frameworks to implement Islamic finance solutions in real-world corporate or institutional settings. |
| Receive a certificate of participation, validating your expertise in Islamic capital market practices. |
| Session 1: Foundations of Islamic Capital Markets |
| Introduction to Islamic Capital Markets (ICM): Definition, significance, and global trends |
| Shariah foundations of ICM – prohibition of Riba, Gharar, and Maysir |
| Key differences between conventional and Islamic capital markets |
| Role and importance of ICM in Islamic financial system |
| Institutional framework: AAOIFI, IFSB, and national regulators |
| Session 2: Shariah-Compliant Instruments and Structures |
| Sukuk: Concept, structures (Ijarah, Murabahah, Musharakah, Wakalah, etc.), and types |
| Islamic equities and Shariah screening criteria |
| Islamic mutual funds and ETFs – principles and global examples |
| Islamic REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) and their Shariah compliance |
| Session 3: Regulatory, Governance, and Market Infrastructure |
| Shariah governance frameworks and certification mechanisms |
| Disclosure, transparency and investor protection in ICM |
| Session 4: Emerging Trends, Innovation, and Case Studies |
| Tokenization and blockchain applications in Sukuk and Islamic securities |
| Role of Islamic fintech platforms in enhancing capital market access |
| Future outlook: Challenges, opportunities, and strategic roadmap for growth |
Organized by AlHuda CIBE and In Association With Akhuwat and Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector
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