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About GWT Conference
GWT Conference 2025 aims to bring together scholars, practitioners, and industry leaders to explore the latest innovations in WaqfTech and its role in financial inclusion, digital transformation, and sustainability.
Cutting-Edge Insights

Explore the latest advancements in AI, blockchain, and digital Waqf solutions.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with global experts, industry leaders, and innovators in WaqfTech.

Exclusive Recognition

Compete for prestigious awards, enhancing your academic and professional credentials.

Hybrid Flexibility

Participate physically or virtually, ensuring accessibility and convenience for all attendees.

Submit Your Paper
We invite researchers, scholars, and professionals to submit their papers for the Global WaqfTech Conference 2025 (GWTC 2025). Contribute to the advancement of WaqfTech by sharing your insights on AI, blockchain, smart contracts, financial inclusion, cybersecurity, and more.

Important Dates:

📅 Abstract Submission Deadline: Sept 20, 2025
📅 Notice of Acceptance: Sept 22, 2025
📅 Full Paper Submission: Upon acceptance

Key Focus Areas:

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Submit Your Paper
We invite researchers, scholars, and professionals to submit their papers for the Global WaqfTech Conference 2025 (GWTC 2025). Contribute to the advancement of WaqfTech by sharing your insights on AI, blockchain, smart contracts, financial inclusion, cybersecurity, and more.

Important Dates:

📅 Abstract Submission Deadline: Sept 20, 2025
📅 Notice of Acceptance: Sept 22, 2025
📅 Full Paper Submission: Upon acceptance

Key Focus Areas:

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Keynote Speakers & Plenary Panel Members
H.E. Senator Dato' Setia Dr. Haji. Mohd Na’im Mokhtar

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Malaysia

Datuk Dr. Mohd Ghazali Md Noor

Secretary General, World Zakat and Waqf Forum | Convenor, Global Waqf Conference | President, International Waqf Action Council

Dato' Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek

Chairman of Waqaf Felda, Chairman of Felda

H.E. Muhammad Lawal Maidoki

Deputy Secretary General WZWF
| Ag. Chairman, Association of Zakat and Waqf Operators In Nigeria (AZAWON) | Executive Chairman, Sokoto State Zakat and Waqf (Endowment) Commission

Prof. Emeritus Dr. Barjoyai Bardai

Researcher and Practitioner in Global Zakat and Waqf, Academician since 1975 at the University of Kebangsaan Malaysia

Dr. Shahrul Azman Abd Razak

Director, Policy Unit, Public-Private Partnership Unit, Malaysia

Miss Fatema

CEO, Bahrain Islamic Bank

Prof. Dr. Kamal Tawfiq Hattab

Islamic Economics, Kuwait University

Ustaz Hisyam Bin Ahmad

Chief Executive Officer, Waqaf Felda

Mr. Imran Chonara

Philanthropy & Social Finance Expert

Mr. Faisal Malik

Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA)

Prof. Dr. Siti Mashitoh Mahamood

University of Malaya, Waqf Expert

Dr. Abu Ubaidah Kemin

Islamic Finance & Waqf Governance

Mr. Rajab Liu

Bursa Malaysia (Islamic Financial Markets)

Mr. Abdul Hakim Bin Osman

Head of Shari’ah Compliance, Dhofar Islamic Bank (Oman)

Prof. Abdul Jaleel Kehinde Shittu

ICT & Digital Waqf Innovation Expert

Prof. Abdussalam Ismail Onagun

Managing Director, Qitmeer Smart Management

Conference Schedule
11 November 2025 | Menara Felda, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Participant registration, distribution of materials, and networking opportunity. Delegate check-in and badge collection. Networking breakfast and exhibition walkthrough.

Address by a member of the Awqaf Africa advisory board. Speaker: Prof. Barjoyai Bardai.

Speaker: Ibrahim Abdul Mugis (President, Awqaf Africa).

Speaker: Dato' Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek
Chairman of Waqaf Felda, Chairman of Felda

The Future of Waqf in the Digital Age". Speaker: YB Senator Dato’ Dr. Mohd Na’im Mokhtar (Minister of Religious Affairs, Malaysia) TBC.

Key highlights: The role of waqf in Islamic finance and global development, government policies supporting waqf digitization and compliance, and the need for secure and sustainable waqf management.

Islamic Fintech & Waqf: Unlocking Global Potential". Speaker: Dato’ Ghazali Bin Noor (Secretary-General, World Zakat & Waqf Forum).

Key highlights: The intersection of fintech and waqf in modern finance, the potential of blockchain, AI, and smart contracts for waqf, and how waqf institutions can leverage Islamic fintech solutions.

The Role of Fintech in Modern Waqf Governance". Panelists: Islamic Fintech Leader (TBC), Blockchain & AI Expert (TBC), Shariah Compliance & Finance Expert (TBC).

Key discussion points: How fintech solutions can improve waqf management, addressing cybersecurity risks in digital waqf operations, and the role of governments and regulators in digital waqf integration.

WaqfTech Innovations & Blockchain for Waqf Management

Speakers:
1. Prof. Hendri Tanjung – Islamic Finance & Waqf Development Expert
2. Prof. Dr. Kamal Tawfiq Hattab – Islamic Economics, Kuwait University
3. Ustaz Hisyam Bin Ahmad – Chief Executive Officer, Waqaf Felda
4. Junaid Ali – Emirates Bank (Digital Banking & Blockchain)

Key discussion points: Cybersecurity risks and fraud prevention in digital waqf management, implementing blockchain for financial transparency and accountability, and Shariah compliance in waqf digitization.

Exclusive luncheon with keynote speakers and industry leaders. Visit the Innovation Showcase: Exhibits on AI, blockchain, and waqf tech solutions.

Digital Transformation of Waqf & Financial Inclusion

Speakers:
1. H.E. Mohammed Lawal Maidoki – Waqf & Zakat Leader
2. Imran Chonara – Philanthropy & Social Finance Expert
3. Prof. Dr. Barjoyai Bardai – Economist, Islamic Digital Economy
4. Dr. Ridzuan Bakar – Yayasan Wakaf Malaysia

Governance, Accounting & Compliance in WaqfTech

Moderator: Rizal Kamaruzzaman

Speakers:
1. Faisal Malik – Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA)
2. Prof. Dr. Siti Mashitoh Mahamood – University of Malaya, Waqf Expert
3. Prof. Abdussalam Ismail Onagun – Managing Director, Qitmeer Smart Management
4. Mazlina Saidi – Siti Khadijah Foundation

Noted: the breakout session will be happening in 4 different rooms whereas the session 3 ongoing in the main hall

Islamic Finance, Governance & WaqfTech Regulations

Speakers:
1. Dr. Ziyaad Mahomed – Islamic Finance & Governance Expert
2. Dr. Shahrul Azman Abd. Razak – Director, Policy Unit, Public-Private Partnership Unit, Malaysia
3. Abdul Hakim Bin Osman – Head of Shari’ah Compliance, Dhofar Islamic Bank (Oman)
4. Prof. Abdul Jaleel Kehinde Shittu – ICT & Digital Waqf Innovation Expert

Roundtable discussion: Developing frameworks for global waqf digitization and scaling. Networking sessions: Building partnerships between stakeholders.

Key discussion points: Strategies for cross-border waqf asset digitization, collaborative efforts between Islamic financial institutions and technology firms, and policy recommendations for standardizing digital waqf compliance. 20 research paper presentations across four breakout sessions.

"Building the Future of WaqfTech". Launch of the Global WaqfTech Alliance – International collaboration initiative. Conference resolutions and call to action. Awards and closing remarks by the organizing committee.

Exclusive press interactions with keynote speakers, policymakers, and technology leaders.

Venue: Menara Felda
11, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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