ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data <p><em><strong>SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ)</strong></em> is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal that is published by the Center of Research and Postgraduate Studies (CRPS), Sumait University, Zanzibar, Tanzania, with <em><strong>ISSN: 2507-7864.</strong></em><br />SUJ is an open-access journal (OAJ) published biannually in Arabic, English, and Swahili with articles in various research areas including, but not limited to, Islam, Art, Social Studies, Computer &amp; Information Technology, Natural Science.<br /><em><strong>SUJ</strong></em> was first published in 2016 as a printed journal. Five printed issues of this journal have been published until December 2019, after which the journal went online (e-journal). This is to keep pace with the modern advancements and to enable more searchers accessing its articles from various areas all over the world.</p> Sumait University Journal en-US ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2507-7864 الشيخ حسن بن عمير ومجهوداته في الفقة https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/93 <p><em>This study investigates the role of Sheikh Hassan bin Ameir, Al-Shirazy, a prominent Muslim scholar in East Africa who taught the Fiqhi of Islam (Islamic Jurisprudence). His role is studied from his two books, <strong>Wasilatu Rajaa fii sharh safinatun najaa</strong> and <strong>Fat-hul kabiir sharhi Mukhtaswari swaghiir</strong>. These two books are famous in East Africa for the learners of Fiqh of Isam. In the two books, the Sheikh has made elaborations with clear evidence from the Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet. The study also comprises a short life history of Sheikh Hassan Bin Ameir as a Muslim scholar along with his students</em></p> قسم المناهج Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-05 2023-12-05 24 24 الطلاق المعلق، أحكامه وآثاره في المجتمع الزنجباري https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/91 <p>This study deals with <strong><em>The Hanging Divorce: Legal provisions and implications in the Zanzibar Society</em></strong><em>. </em>Part One of the study explains the meaning, ruling and the legitimacy of the hanging divorce. The second part of the study explains the conditions, kinds and effects of hanging divorce.&nbsp;</p> <p>The third part explains the prevalence of the hanging divorce, reasons for its existence, the negative&nbsp; effects, its misuse and recommendations for its reduction.</p> عمر خلفان علي Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-01 2023-12-01 16 16 الضروريات الخمس كما صورتها سورة الإسراء https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/89 <p>This study examines the objectives of Shariah in terms of&nbsp; five necessities (Al Daruriyyat Al Khams) as mentioned in Surat Al-Israa of the Holy Qur’an. The study attempts to explain briefly the concept of Al Daruriyyat Al Khams and its types, importance and ways of taking care and protection. The study further explains the objectives of the Daruruyyat for preserving religion (Al-Din), self (Al-Nafs), intellect (Aql) and</p> <p>wealth (Al Maal).</p> محمد أوُسي حاج Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-09 2023-12-09 22 22 Nduni za Utanzia katika Riwaya za Kiswahili https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/96 <p><em>Sifa bainifu ya baadhi ya kazi za fasihi ya Kiswahili za karne ya ishirini na moja ni matumizi makubwa ya mbinu za kiuandishi za kimajaribio (Mwamzandi, 2013:48). Miaka nenda rudi, fasihi ya Kiswahili imekuwa ikiing’ongona jamii kuendana na uhalisia unaolandanishwa na utanzia. Huku ikizingatiwa kuwa bado utanzia haukufanyiwa uchunguzi toshelevu kiasi ambacho husababisha kuelemewa na ugeni masikioni mwa wasomaji. Ili kuepukana na changamoto hii, makala imenuia kuichunguza mbinu hii kwa minajili ya kuleta uwelewa mpana huku ufafanuzi wake ukijikita kuweka wazi nduni zake kulingana na kalamu za waandishi wawili waliozaliwa, kulelewa na kukulia katika mazingira tofauti. Mmoja akiwa ni Adam Shafi (Haini, 2003) anayetoka kisiwa cha Unguja Zanzibar na Euphrase Kezilahabi (Rosa Mistika, 1971) mwenyeji wa kisiwani Ukerewe Tanzania Bara. Nadharia ya Upokezi imetumika katika utafiti huu ambayo iliasisiwa na Rosenblatt (1938). Ni Nadharia inayoweka mkazo nafasi ya msomaji na kutupilia mbali nafasi ya mtunzi kutoa tafsiri ya fasihi. &nbsp;Mbinu ya usomaji wa maktabani (nyaraka) ilitumiwa katika kukusanya data. Wakati huo huo njia ya maelezo imeuteka utafiti kwa shabaha ya kiuchambuzi. Matokeo katika utafiti huu yalionesha kuwa kuna nduni bainifu zinazojikita kwenye riwaya zenye utanzia ndani yake</em></p> Swahiba Ali Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-10 2023-12-10 13 13 أسباب وآثار الاختلافات الفقهية في شمال أنغوجا https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/94 <p>This study investigates the conflict of fiqh in North Unguja. It is associated with the differences existing in the four major schools of thought among Muslims (الاختلافات الفقهية). The study comprises the introduction which explains the importance of the topic, the reasons behind selecting it and literature review. The first part of the study discusses the meaning and features of the concept of Fiqh. This part also explains the meaning behind the existing Fiqh conflict.</p> <p>Part two of the study discusses the current and old Fiqh antagonisms and their causes. The&nbsp; third part of the study explains the effects of Fiqh antagonism within the society.</p> خطيب جمعة مشانو Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-13 2023-12-13 23 23 التذكية في تنزانيا بين الشريعة ومعايير الدولة https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/92 <p>This paper covers, “<strong>Slaughtering in Tanzania, between Sharia and Country Standards: An example of Vingunguti Slaughterhouse.</strong>” It discusses the concept of slaughter in the light of Sharia and law, with definition,&nbsp; impact and the wisdom of its legality. The study explains the methods and types of legal slaughter, conditions and the position of Tanzanian law on how to treat animals for slaughtering at all stages. Further, it explains some religious beliefs on the subject of slaughter. The paper gives historical overview of slaughtering&nbsp; in Tanzania and the tasks of the government and religious authorities in monitoring slaughterhouses. The paper&nbsp; sheds some light on the contemporary and traditional methods of slaughter within and outside Tanzania by indicating its benefits and challenges. Finally, the paper presents a comparison of the country’s standards&nbsp; and the challenges of exporting meat abroad. The result of the investigation shows the importance of Sharia with its comprehensiveness and realism on the legality of animal slaughtering</p> محمد علي حسن Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-02 2023-12-02 28 28 ASSESSING THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR JOINING DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION PROGRAMME https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/90 <p>Selection of students to join any education programme is a professional decision and not simply a student right. Professional criteria should be used in making this decision instead of just academic credentials which predict performance as a student, not a teacher. This paper assesses the selection process for joining Diploma in Education Programmes in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Specifically, it explores the selection process for diploma in education programme in Zanzibar, Tanzania; and the Rationale behind the selection process for diploma in education programme in Zanzibar, Tanzania. This study was conducted in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Zanzibar Muslim College and Pemba Islamic College were involved during data collection as they are government institutions responsible for running diploma in education programme in Zanzibar. The study mainly based on qualitative research approach as the dominant methodological strategy since it required information from people’s experience, review of documents and focus group discussions. The choice of this approach based on the nature of the topic and our objectives of the study. The data of this study were obtained in June, 2021 as a part of the data collected during my master’s degree programme. The methods used were interview, classroom observation and documentary review. The data were analyzed qualitatively. The findings of this paper concluded that selection process for joining diploma in education programmes in Zanzibar, Tanzania lies under specified criteria including entry qualification based on academic background, education courses, interviews and LoI proficiency. The study recommends that the colleges should put much emphasis on applying many criteria as possible such that they can register well qualified candidates for diploma education programmes for betterment of the programme itself but also for the college rank, candidates and the country.</p> Mtumwa Khamis Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-13 2023-12-13 20 20 ظاهرة كثرة الطلاق في زنجبار أسبابها وحلولها https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/88 <p><em>This paper deals with the phenomenon of frequent divorces in Zanzibar, causes and solutions: “A Study on the Court of Sharia Judiciary”. This paper comprises six sections with introduction and conclusion. It presents a historical overview of Zanzibar with its geographical, religious, social, economic and educational setup.&nbsp;&nbsp; </em></p> <p><em>It presents the emergence of the Sharia court in the history of the Zanzibar judicial system, the reasons and the impact of its establishment, its judicial role in settling disputes. Prominent Zanzibar Chief Kadhis are also mentioned in the paper. It also deals with the definition of divorce in language and terminology and explains the reasons for divorce in religious, economic, social, educational and family terms.&nbsp; </em></p> <p><em>Further, the paper deals with social, educational, family and religious challenges emanating from the phenomenon of divorce and the judicial measures that are taken to solve them. The paper concludes with results and recommendations</em></p> علي زبير محمد ناصر حمد بكار Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-13 2023-12-13 ظاهرة سوء استخدام المال العام: أسبابها وأحكامها وعلاجها في الفقه الإسلامي https://journal.sumait.ac.tz/index.php/data/article/view/95 <p>This paper deals with the misappropriation of public funds in Zanzibar. It covers the concept of public funds in its profound meaning and the rules pertaining to state funds. Further, the paper explains the obstacles that impede the misappropriation of public money. The paper provides solutions against the misappropriation of public funds and finally presents the conclusion.</p> حسن علي فؤي Copyright (c) 2023 ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT University Journal (SUJ) 2023-12-10 2023-12-10 17 17