78 Sacrificial Animals Distributed to New Muslims in NTT, Palestine, and Uganda
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Yayasan Amal Indonesia distributed 78 sacrificial animals to recipients in West Nusa Tenggara, a new Muslim settlement in East Nusa Tenggara, and to Palestine and Uganda during Eid al-Adha 2026.
- The foundation provided 23 sheep and 2 cows within Indonesia, 2 cows in Palestine, and 4 sheep and 3 cows in Uganda, reaching 9,360 beneficiaries.
- The foundation, established in 2013, also focuses on building Islamic boarding schools and distributing Qurans, aiming to support the basic needs, education, and independence of the underprivileged and disabled.
Yayasan Amal Indonesia, an Indonesian foundation, distributed 78 sacrificial animals to various locations, including West Nusa Tenggara, a new Muslim settlement in East Nusa Tenggara, Palestine, and Uganda, for Eid al-Adha 1447 Hijriah (2026).
The distribution included 23 sheep and 2 cows within Indonesia, with one cow going to a remote area in West Nusa Tenggara and another to a new Muslim settlement in East Nusa Tenggara. Additionally, 2 cows were sent to Palestine, and 4 sheep and 3 cows were distributed in Uganda. According to Iqbal Ibnu Mahfudz, Program Manager at Yayasan Amal Indonesia, the foundation's slogan is 'fast distribution, complete documentation.'
Mahfudz expressed gratitude for the continued high enthusiasm of donors despite the current economic conditions, noting that the animals were distributed to 9,360 beneficiaries across various regions. He conveyed thanks to the donors, hoping their sacrifices lead them to paradise.
Established in 2013, Yayasan Amal Indonesia is dedicated to meeting the basic needs, providing access to education and healthcare, and fostering independence for the underprivileged and disabled in Indonesia. The foundation's chairman, Ustadz. H. Azwar Riza, stated their commitment to providing adequate facilities and infrastructure. He also invited collaboration with various parties to contribute to their cause. Riza added that the foundation plans to expand its operations across Indonesia, with an initial focus in 2024 on areas like South Jakarta, Depok, South Tangerang, and Temanggung. Their vision is to become a trusted network for distributing good deeds, ultimately fostering independence, health, and education for those in need.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.