Jurnal Mediasas: Media Ilmu Syari'ah dan Ahwal Al-Syakhsiyyah

Regulating Halal Integrity in Sri Lanka: A Comparative Legal and Shariah Analysis of the Food Act and Consumer Protection Framework

Iqbal Saujan, Seeni Mohamed Mohamed Nafees, Mohamed Buhary Fowzul — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The global hal?l market is a huge economic power, demanding products that are very compliant with Islamic rules. In Sri Lanka, a country where Muslims make up a large minority and where there has been social tension due to this, the merging of the national food laws with the shari’ah requirments concerning hal?l integrity creates issues in regulation. Therefore, this paper looks into the existing statutory framework of Sri Lanka, mainly focusing on Food Act No. 26 of 1980 and Consumer Affairs Authority Act No. 9 of 2003, along with detailed shari’ah requirements related to hal?l food including slaughter (zabiha), ingredients, processing and prevention of contamination. The study, by way of comparative legal analysis and considering academic literature and international regulatory models (Malaysia, Indonesia, UAE, EU), places where the Sri Lankan law defining, regulating, and certifying. and enforcing hal?l standards falls short. The particulars revealed that there were no specific legal definitions and standards for hal?l. Oversight of the certification processes is inadequate. There are no adequate mechanisms preventing hal?l cross-contamination between hal?l/non-hal?li and labelling regulations do not include provisions for a legally recognized hal?l mark. These shortcomings create consumer ambiguity business challenges and conflict potential. It proposes legislative changes to the Food Act and its related regulations, along with the setting up of an administrative framework which is likely to be national accreditation supervision of private certifiers, state-regulated. The proposals emanate from Islamic jurisprudence (Maqasid al-Shari'ah and Fiqh principles) and they are directed toward ensuring legal certainty, improved consumer protection, enhanced trade facilitation, and social harmony in a multi-religious context such as that of Sri Lanka.

[Pasar halal global merupakan kekuatan ekonomi yang besar, menuntut produk-produk yang sangat patuh terhadap aturan Islam. Di Sri Lanka, sebuah negara di mana Muslim merupakan kelompok minoritas besar dan di mana telah terjadi ketegangan sosial akibat hal ini, penggabungan antara undang-undang pangan nasional dengan persyaratan syariah terkait integritas halal menciptakan masalah dalam regulasi. Oleh karena itu, makalah ini menelaah kerangka hukum yang ada di Sri Lanka, dengan fokus utama pada Food Act No. 26 Tahun 1980 dan Consumer Affairs Authority Act No. 9 Tahun 2003, beserta syarat-syarat syariah terkait makanan halal secara rinci, termasuk penyembelihan (zabiha), bahan-bahan, pemrosesan, dan pencegahan kontaminasi. Studi ini, melalui analisis hukum komparatif dan dengan mempertimbangkan literatur akademik serta model regulasi internasional (Malaysia, Indonesia, UEA, UE), menunjukkan di mana hukum Sri Lanka mengenai pendefinisian, pengaturan, sertifikasi, dan penegakan standar halal masih kurang. Rincian yang terungkap menunjukkan bahwa tidak ada definisi hukum dan standar khusus untuk halal. Pengawasan terhadap proses sertifikasi juga tidak memadai. Tidak terdapat mekanisme yang memadai untuk mencegah kontaminasi silang halal/non-halal, dan regulasi pelabelan tidak mencakup ketentuan mengenai tanda halal yang diakui secara hukum. Kekurangan ini menciptakan ambiguitas bagi konsumen, tantangan bagi pelaku usaha, dan potensi konflik. Makalah ini mengusulkan perubahan legislatif pada Food Act dan regulasi terkait, beserta pembentukan kerangka kerja administratif yang kemungkinan besar berupa supervisi akreditasi nasional terhadap lembaga sertifikasi swasta, diatur oleh negara. Usulan-usulan tersebut bersumber dari yurisprudensi Islam (Maqasid al-Shari'ah dan prinsip Fikih) dan ditujukan untuk menjamin kepastian hukum, perlindungan konsumen yang lebih baik, fasilitasi perdagangan yang lebih baik, serta harmoni sosial dalam konteks multi-agama seperti di Sri Lanka.]

Halal Economy in Nigeria: Examining the Legal Framework and Certification Dynamics for Sustainable Growth

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This paper seeks to examine the opportunities and challenges posed by the ?al?l industry in Nigeria and its certification according to laws. It provides a comprehensive review of the sector, outlining its structure, current state, potential for growth and the intimidating challenges in the operational and legal circle. ?al?l industry is an emerging sector with great potential for growth and economic development in Nigeria. The large Muslim population is a driving factor that creates opportunities for its growth to improve the national economy. However, these opportunities, as well as the impeding challenges, have still been poorly understood. The paper draws data from both primary and secondary sources; obtained from interviews, industry literature, government laws and reports. The paper highlights legal provision of halal industry in Nigeria, the latent and patent opportunities in the industry such as expanding the production of locally grown food, creating economic linkages, developing an export market, booming tourism and hospitality sectors; and thus become a major source of employment in the country. However, a number of challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, insufficient access to finance, and a lack of regulatory framework could hamper the growth of the industry; and therefore, need to be addressed. With the proper policy interventions and investment, the ?al?l industry in Nigeria has the potential to create significant economic, social, and environmental benefits.

Expanding The Benefits of Waqf For The Environment In Waqf Policy In Indonesia

Siska Lis Sulistiani, Yandi Maryandi, Amrullah Hayatudin — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Waqf in Indonesia has been known since before Indonesia's independence with a narrow waqf nomenclature and limited to the purpose of religious facilities and education only. Waqf assets are widely known to be only in the form of land and buildings which are limited in their use and management so that they seem unattractive. In accordance with the results of the waqf literacy index of the Indonesian Waqf Agency (BWI) regarding the level of public understanding regarding waqf which is still minimal. Meanwhile, natural problems in Indonesia are increasing and require mitigation efforts from various aspects, one of which is waqf. The purpose of this study is to analyze the opportunities for expanding the benefits of waqf to protect the environment and minimize the impact of ecological disasters in Indonesia, through applicable regulations and policies. The research method used is a literature study through legal and policy study materials relevant to waqf. The results of this study indicate that the benefits of waqf can be expanded according to conditions and times without reducing the main standards that have been conveyed by the Prophet Muhammad in the hadith of Umar. In addition, the Waqf Law No. 41 of 2004 still needs to be changed, especially regarding the scheme for regulating and providing policies for the benefits of waqf for the environment, which can be collaborated with other financial sectors in accordance with sharia and legal provisions in Indonesia so that it can become one of the solutions to social problems in society.

[Wakaf di Indonesia sudah dikenal sejak sebelum Indonesia Merdeka dengan nomenklatur wakaf yang sempit dan terbatas pada tujuan sarana agama dan Pendidikan saja. Asset wakaf banyak diketahui hanya berbentuk tanah dan bangunan yang secara penggunaan dan pengelolaannya yang terbatas sehingga terkesan tidak menarik. Sesuai dengan hasil indeks literasi wakaf Badan Wakaf Indonesia (BWI) terkait Tingkat pemahaman Masyarakat terkait wakaf yang masih minim. Sedangkan permasalahan alam di Indonesia semakin banyak dan memerlukan Upaya mitigasi dari berbagai macam aspek, salah satunya wakaf. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis peluang perluasan manfaat wakaf untuk menjaga lingkungan dan meminimalisir dampak bencana ekologi di Indonesia, melalui regulasi dan kebijakan yang berlaku. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi pustaka melalui bahan kajian hukum dan kebijakan yang relevan dengan wakaf. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa manfaat wakaf dapat diperluas sesuai dengan kondisi dan zaman tanpa mengurangi standar utama yang telah disampaikan oleh Nabi Muhammad dalam hadis Umar. Selain itu, Undang-Undang Wakaf No. 41 Tahun 2004 masih perlu dilakukan perubahan terutama mengenai skema pengaturan dan kebijakan manfaat wakaf bagi lingkungan yang dapat dikolaborasikan dengan sektor keuangan lain yang sesuai dengan ketentuan syariah dan hukum di Indonesia sehingga dapat menjadi salah satu Solusi permasalahan social kemasyarakatan.]

The Concept of Effective Resolution of Divorce Cases in Reducing Divorce Rates at the Religious Court and Supreme Court Levels

Herlina Herlina — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The phenomenon of domestic conflicts leading to divorce cases remains a major topic in judicial practice in Indonesia. These divorce cases are appealed to the Supreme Court, and divorce decisions take a very long time, namely four years. This study aims to analyze the factors causing the lengthy divorce rulings and to find effective concepts in resolving prolonged conflicts in the divorce process. The measurement and analysis of data used in this study is qualitative with a descriptive level of explanation. The approach used is normative juridical. The key informants are clients of the Herlina Herman Beroni Family and Sharia Consulting Institute in the city of Palembang. The available data was examined on a case-by-case basis. Data collection and analysis were carried out simultaneously until saturated data was obtained. The results of the study show that the settlement of divorce cases in Indonesia is increasingly complex, especially the process that takes a very long time to reach the Supreme Court. A crucial problem that arises in religious court practice is the stagnation and vacuum in the settlement of divorce cases caused by prolonged conflicts between husband and wife, which can take up to four years. This complicated divorce process is caused by a breakdown in communication between husband and wife.

Inter State Marriage Trends and Their Relevance to Domestic Harmony: A Study in Sambas West Kalimantan

Asman Asman, Mohammaed Aamer — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0700

The phenomenon of inter-country marriage is one of the social trends that is growing rapidly in various border areas, including in Sambas Regency, West Kalimantan, which borders Malaysia directly. This interstate marriage is not only about administrative and civic aspects, but also has implications for domestic life, especially in terms of harmony, religious values, and culture. This study aims to examine the trend of interstate marriage in the Sambas region and analyze its relevance to domestic harmony in the perspective of Islamic Family Law. This study uses a qualitative approach with field study methods, in-depth interviews, and documentation of transnational married couples, and local religious leaders. The results of the study show that the main motives for interstate marriage in Sambas include economic factors, the openness of border areas, and social and cultural relations that have been established for a long time. However, in practice, intercountry marriages often face serious challenges such as cultural differences, worship practices, maintenance obligations, and marriage legal status that is not always clear nationally or internationally. From the perspective of Islamic Family Law, domestic harmony is highly dependent on the principles of mawaddah, rahmah, and shared responsibility between husband and wife, which must be built on an understanding of religious values and a strong commitment. Therefore, legal regulation and the development of cross-border premarriage are urgently needed so that interstate marriage does not become a source of conflict, but rather strengthens family ties and Islamic values in the midst of globalization dynamics.

The Marriage in Shawwal as a Socio?Religious Phenomenon: A Comparative Analysis of Islamic Norms and Customary Beliefs

Yogi Triswandani, Lina Kukliene, Hisam Ahyani, Ahmad Hapidin — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Marriage in Shawwal among Indonesian Muslim communities reflects a dialectic between normative Islamic guidance and local traditions. Some communities, such as Javanese and Madurese, recommend Shawwal weddings as reinforcement of the Prophet’s sunnah, while others, such as Minangkabau and Javanese primbon traditions, avoid them due to taboos. This study aims to explain these divergent views and clarify how religious texts and customs interact in socio?religious practice. The research employed a qualitative approach through document analysis, semi?structured interviews, participant observation, and administrative data (SIMKAH, Karanganyar Religious Affairs Office). Data were analyzed using Miles & Huberman’s interactive model to identify themes and patterns. Findings reveal that Shawwal marriages are interpreted in two ways: as recommendations reinforcing religious identity or as prohibitions affirming the binding power of custom. This synthesis demonstrates that religious practice is always negotiated between das sollen (normative Islam) and das sein (social reality). The study contributes theoretically by clarifying the interaction between Islamic texts and local traditions in shaping socio?religious practice, and practically by offering a foundation for moderate approaches that respect Islamic principles while accommodating cultural heritage. The novelty lies in its comparative lens, systematically contrasting recommendation and prohibition within the same month and linking the Indonesian case to global Scopus?indexed scholarship.

[Pernikahan di bulan Syawal dalam masyarakat Muslim Indonesia memperlihatkan dialektika antara panduan normatif Islam dan tradisi lokal. Sebagian komunitas, seperti Jawa dan Madura, menganjurkan pernikahan di bulan Syawal sebagai penguatan sunnah Nabi Muhammad SAW, sementara komunitas lain, seperti Minangkabau dan tradisi primbon Jawa, menghindarinya karena dianggap tabu. Penelitian ini bertujuan menjelaskan perbedaan pandangan tersebut serta menegaskan bagaimana teks agama dan adat berinteraksi dalam praktik sosial?religius. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan analisis dokumen, wawancara semi?terstruktur, observasi partisipan, dan data administratif (SIMKAH, KUA Karanganyar). Analisis dilakukan dengan model interaktif Miles & Huberman untuk mengidentifikasi tema dan pola. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pernikahan di bulan Syawal dipahami secara beragam: sebagai anjuran yang memperkuat identitas keagamaan, atau sebagai pantangan yang menegaskan daya ikat adat. Sintesis ini menegaskan bahwa praktik keagamaan selalu dinegosiasikan antara das sollen (normatif Islam) dan das sein (realitas sosial). Kontribusi penelitian ini bersifat teoretis dengan memperjelas interaksi teks Islam dan adat dalam membentuk praktik sosial?religius, serta praktis dengan menawarkan dasar bagi pendekatan moderat yang menghormati prinsip Islam sekaligus mengakomodasi tradisi lokal. Kebaruan penelitian terletak pada lensa komparatif yang secara sistematis mengontraskan anjuran dan pantangan dalam bulan yang sama, serta mengaitkannya dengan literatur global berstandar Scopus.]