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  • Can a non-Muslim relative inherit? For example, a non-Muslim wife?

    No, but they can be allocated a bequest in an Islamic will, provided that the sum of all bequests does not exceed one-third of the estate. Alternatively, they can be nominated as beneficiaries of the MyCover™ extender on the ...
  • What about relatives not listed?

    In circumstances where distant relatives do not inherit according to Islamic law, they may be allocated a bequest in an Islamic Will, provided that the sum of all bequests cannot exceed one-third of the estate. Alternatively, they can be ...
  • What is a bequest?

    A bequest (known as a Wassiyah) is a gift made to an individual who does not qualify as an heir in terms of the Islamic Law of Inheritance....
  • How much can I bequeath?

    The sum of all bequests may not exceed one-third (1/3) of the state. One-third of the state was the maximum allocation allowed by the Prophet, may peace be upon him.When Saad Ibn Abi-Waqqas (May Allah ...
  • Can bequests be used for missed religious liability?

    Religious obligations should be performed while alive but if, and when, they have not been performed at the time of death, this can be provided for in the will....
  • How do I ensure the estate is divided according to Islamic law?

    In South Africa, you could use the Capital Legacy Tazkiya™ service to draw up your Islamic will to ensure that it is Shari’ah compliant, legally binding and does not contradict South African law....
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