During the first half of Ramadan, Kuwaiti authorities reported over 600 violations of donation-raising regulations, including unlicensed online donations, illegal advertisements, and unauthorized donation collection efforts. Key statistics include 41 non-compliant adverts identified, 233 unlicensed clothing booths, and multiple businesses caught soliciting funds without proper licensing. These efforts highlight the government’s focus on regulation to maintain the integrity of charitable activities during Ramadan.
Kuwaiti authorities identified over 600 violations related to donation-raising regulations during the first half of Ramadan, emphasizing their commitment to regulating charitable activities. The Ministry of Social Affairs reported extensive inspections leading to these findings, which revealed 41 advertisements violating donation policies and 16 from non-compliant charities.
Additionally, there were eight infractions involving street advertisers soliciting donations and 233 unlicensed clothing collection booths reported to the Kuwait Municipality for dismantling. Notably, 24 businesses, including restaurants, were caught raising donations without official licenses, prompting the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to respond.
One incident involved a restaurant unlawfully calling for donations for an Iftar event, and twenty-two violations arose from donation-raising websites, which were reported to the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority. Other infractions included six cases within mosques, where unapproved advertisements for charity collections were discovered.
Moreover, officials seized a cash donation box lacking necessary licensing, which was reported to the Ministry of Waqfs and Islamic Affairs. As Ramadan is a peak season for charitable giving, these efforts underscore the Kuwaiti government’s focus on compliance in the charitable sector.
The Kuwaiti government’s recent crackdown revealed a multitude of donation-related violations during Ramadan, stressing the importance of official licensing to ensure compliance in charitable activities. With over 600 violations documented, including unlicensed collections by businesses and unauthorized advertisements, it is evident that regulatory oversight is critical during the peak season of generosity. The Ministry of Social Affairs and other government departments are actively addressing these infractions to safeguard the integrity of charitable donations.
Original Source: gulfnews.com
