Islamic Fintech

Emirates Islamic and Network International Extend Strategic Payments Processing Partnership

The renewed agreement reinforces the banks’ commitment to secure payment infrastructure, digital innovation, and enhanced customer experiences. Network International, a leading financial technology company serving the Middle East and Africa,…

Islamic Microfinance

AlHuda CIBE to Establish an Islamic Microfinance Operation for Digaf MFI

A new advisory engagement focused on Sharia governance, product development, digital enablement, capacity building, and sustainable Islamic microfinance operations Dubai, UAE- September 2026: AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking and Economics is…

Vision Bank Launches Platform-Led Islamic SME Trade Finance Unit in ADGM

Vision Bank has launched a new Shari’ah-compliant SME trade finance proposition in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), aimed at addressing the working-capital and US dollar liquidity needs of businesses…

Sukuk and Islamic Capital Market

Saudi Arabia Opens October Sah Sukuk with 5% Annual Return

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has opened subscriptions for its October “Sah” savings sukuk, offering individual investors an annual return of 5 percent. The latest return is higher than the rate offered…

Islamic Finance

12th African Islamic Finance Summit to Be Held in Mauritius

AlHuda CIBE Flagship Africa Summit Returns for a 12th Edition, Uniting Regulators, Investors and Policymakers Across the Continent (September 14, 2026 – Dubai, UAE): AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking and Economics…

Islamic Finance in Italy: A Regulatory Vacuum Amidst Global Growth

How a €28 Billion Gulf Trade Partner Can Unlock a $6 Trillion Market By: Zubair Mughal, CEO – AlHuda CIBE, UAE Global Islamic finance is experiencing a remarkable growth phase,…