National Zakat Foundation (South Africa)

The National Zakat Foundation (NZF) serves as the foundational body driving inclusive economic empowerment through ethical capital and community-centric initiatives. It operates as the custodian of purpose, ensuring all efforts align with Qur’an-guided principles of justice, equity, and prosperity for all. Under NZF, the Durban Exchange functions as the economic engine—connecting ethical entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators through a structured marketplace. It provides platforms for venture funding, business incubation, strategic partnerships, and policy advocacy, promoting the rise of a purpose-driven economy. The Thuma Khula Franchise Association, as a flagship initiative of NZF and Durban Exchange, fosters the growth of sustainable, ethical franchises. It equips township and rural entrepreneurs with franchising opportunities, training, and support to build wealth and self-sufficiency while revitalizing local economies. Together, this model creates a circular ecosystem—where capital, capacity, and community upliftment flow in harmony—anchored by NZF’s mission and powered by the Durban Exchange’s networks and Thuma Khula’s grassroots reach.