Reaching Remote Areas, Zakat Agencies Become the Choice for Sacrificial Offerings
REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA — Sacrificial offerings through zakat collection agencies (LAZ) are becoming increasingly popular. LAZ can expand the distribution of sacrificial meat to remote areas and abroad.
Zakat collection agencies are not only an alternative for distributing qurban but also strengthen social and economic impacts, particularly for farmers in rural areas. The ‘Kurban Tanpa Batas’ programme by ZIS Indosat serves as an example of a distribution approach based on extensive networks.
CEO of ZIS Indosat, Wakhid Efendi, stated that the main advantage of qurban through LAZ is its ability to reach areas that have previously been difficult to access. “With qurban through LAZ, we aim to maximise its impact. For instance, in Eastern Indonesia, many farmers have livestock but face distribution challenges. Through LAZ, their livestock can be absorbed, and their economy improves,” said Wakhid in a press release on Wednesday (8/4/2026).
He explained that logistical challenges in areas like East Nusa Tenggara make it difficult for farmers to sell livestock to major markets. On the other hand, the number of qurban donors in those areas is limited, resulting in suboptimal distribution.
In addition to reach, transparency is also a driving factor in increasing public trust. The process from slaughtering to distribution can be monitored directly by donors.
“Now it can be seen directly, even via video call. You can ask if it has been slaughtered or not through the call centre. So it is very transparent and accountable,” said Wakhid.
From a syariah perspective, the qurban process is ensured to comply with regulations under the supervision of the Syariah Supervisory Board. Innovations in processing, such as canned rendang, are also deemed valid under syariah.
Qurban distribution is also made more flexible through processing meat into ready-to-eat foods with a long shelf life. This scheme allows distribution beyond the Eid al-Adha period, including during disasters.
“For example, during disasters in Sumatra or Aceh, we can send from previous qurban stocks. So the benefits can be felt longer,” said Wakhid.
This programme also reaches beneficiaries abroad, including in Palestine, with special distribution schemes for conflict areas.
Manager of Retail & Community Commercial Division at ZIS Indosat, Dimas Maulana Putra, said that the trend of increasing donors has been ongoing in recent years.
“This year, our target is around 1,600 donors with more than 800 sacrificial animals and 22,000 beneficiaries. This is a significant increase from the previous year,” said Dimas.
The ease of digital access is also driving this growth, from selecting animals to distribution reports that can be accessed directly by donors.