INTRODUCTION TO TAKAFUL WEBINAR

COURSE OVERVIEW

The global insurance industry is evolving rapidly, driven by the growing demand for inclusive, faith-based financial solutions. Takaful, the Islamic alternative to conventional insurance, has emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments of Islamic finance. It provides risk protection solutions that are fully aligned with Shariah principles while promoting mutual cooperation, shared responsibility, and financial inclusion.

Across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, regulators, insurers, reinsurers, financial institutions, and development partners increasingly recognize Takaful as a powerful tool for expanding insurance penetration, reaching underserved populations, and enhancing consumer choice. Takaful also supports the development of microinsurance and other inclusive protection solutions while addressing the needs of growing Muslim populations and faith-conscious consumers.

Join us for this practical introductory webinar and gain valuable insights into the principles, structures, and opportunities of Takaful. Discover why it has become one of the fastest-growing segments of Islamic finance and explore its expanding role in fostering resilient, inclusive, and sustainable insurance markets.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss the basic concepts, principles, and philosophy of Takaful as the Islamic alternative to conventional insurance.
2. Identify the key differences between conventional insurance and Takaful, including the concepts of risk sharing, mutual cooperation, and donation.
3. Describe how Takaful operates, including the roles of participants, Takaful operators, and Takaful funds.
4. Discuss the growing role of Takaful in promoting financial inclusion and expanding access to risk protection solutions.

COURSE OUTLINE

16 June 2026

• Fundamentals of Islamic Finance and Takaful
• Principles of Risk Sharing, Mutual Cooperation (Ta'awun), and Donation (Tabarru')
• Key Differences Between Conventional Insurance and Takaful
• Understanding Gharar, Maysir, and Riba and Their Implications for Insurance

17 June 2026

• Takaful Operating Models: Wakalah, Mudarabah, and Hybrid Models
• Takaful Products and Applications
• Shariah Governance and Regulatory Frameworks
• The Role of Takaful in Financial Inclusion and Market Development
• Emerging Trends and Opportunities for Takaful in Africa

TARGET AUDIENCE

This webinar is designed for insurance and reinsurance professionals, financial sector practitioners, regulators, development partners, and other stakeholders interested in Islamic insurance and financial inclusion.

LOGISTICS

The training will be conducted through the ZEP-RE Academy Learning Management System (LMS). Participants are required to have a stable internet connection and access to a digital device, preferably a laptop or tablet.

DELIVERY

Each session will consist of a 90-minute presentation by the facilitators, followed by a 30-minute Question and Answer session to address participants' questions, comments, and observations.

TIME

• 11:00 AM EAT
• 10:00 AM CAT
• 9:00 AM WAT
• 8:00 AM GMT

REGISTRATION

To register for this webinar, please click the registration link and complete the registration form by 15 June 2026.

For further assistance, please contact:

Email: zepreacademy@zep-re.com