Target Group
Global zakat industry players, especially members of the World Zakat and Waqf Forum (WZWF).
Knowledge • Experience • Innovation
Advancing global excellence in zakat management.
Kedah International Zakat Academy brings together zakat institutions, professionals and technology partners to share proven experience, strengthen governance and build sustainable zakat ecosystems.
KEIZA
A dedicated platform for international zakat capacity building.
Our Establishment
Built from Kedah's experience, shared with the world.
Kedah International Zakat Academy (KEIZA) is an intensive knowledge-sharing initiative established by Lembaga Zakat Negeri Kedah (LZNK). It was created to transform LZNK's operational experience, institutional knowledge and technological capability into structured learning for zakat institutions.
KEIZA also supports collaboration among global zakat stakeholders, including members of the World Zakat Forum, researchers, practitioners and technology partners. The academy represents an important step towards positioning Kedah as an international centre for zakat training and innovation.
Institutional Knowledge
Converting LZNK's operational practices into structured, reusable knowledge.
Global Capacity Building
Strengthening the capability of zakat institutions through practical exposure.
International Collaboration
Creating a platform for strategic partnerships, research and innovation.
KEIZA Objectives & Impact
Building global partnerships for stronger zakat impact.
KEIZA is an intensive programme by Lembaga Zakat Negeri Kedah (LZNK) to collaborate with Islamic countries, especially members of the World Zakat and Waqf Forum (WZWF).
International Collaboration
Strengthen networking and cooperation among global zakat institutions.
International Training Hub
Position LZNK as a centre of zakat training academy for international institutions.
Knowledge & Technology Sharing
Share LZNK's experience and innovation in managing zakat funds.
Promote Kedah & Malaysia Tourism
Showcase Kedah's hidden gems and promote Malaysia's tourism agenda.
KEIZA Impact
The programme strengthens zakat practices, international cooperation, institutional recognition and Kedah's position as a knowledge destination.
Enhances global zakat management practices
Strengthens international Islamic cooperation
Positions LZNK as a leading international zakat academy
Promotes Kedah as an Islamic knowledge and tourism destination
Expands LZNK's international recognition
What We Offer
Practical programmes for stronger zakat institutions.
KEIZA programmes can be adapted according to an institution's operational maturity, strategic priorities, technical environment and governance requirements.
01
Zakat Management Training
End-to-end exposure to collection, distribution, finance, governance and institutional operations.
- Collection management
- Distribution and aid processing
- Governance and reporting
02
Digital Transformation
Guidance on planning and implementing secure, integrated and user-friendly zakat systems.
- Process digitalisation
- System integration
- Data and dashboard strategy
03
Technical Knowledge Transfer
Hands-on technical sessions for internal ICT teams, administrators and system owners.
- Architecture and deployment
- Database and reporting
- Security and maintenance
04
Study Visit & Benchmarking
Structured visits to understand LZNK's workflows, service delivery and technology environment.
- Operational site visit
- Process demonstration
- Management dialogue
05
Advisory & Consultation
Focused advisory services for organisations planning improvements or developing new capabilities.
- Needs assessment
- Gap analysis
- Implementation roadmap
06
Research Collaboration
Joint studies, publications, data analysis and pilot projects with academic or institutional partners.
- Applied zakat research
- Policy and impact studies
- Innovation pilot projects
Join Us
A structured two-phase journey from planning to successful system deployment.
The KEIZA implementation process is structured into two clear phases: preparation and capacity building, followed by installation, deployment and formal handover.
Recommended Technical Requirements
Final specifications depend on user volume, system modules, integration, data size, availability target and security policy.
Application Server
Minimum 4–8 vCPU, 16 GB RAM and 200 GB SSD storage.
Database Server
Microsoft SQL Server or an agreed compatible database environment.
Network & Security
HTTPS, firewall/WAF, VPN or private access and role-based control.
Backup & Recovery
Daily backup, off-site copy, retention policy and recovery testing.
Identity Integration
Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, SSO or agreed authentication method.
Integration
API, payment gateway, HR, finance or other approved external systems.
Operations Team
System owner, administrator, technical support and data custodian.
Documentation
Architecture, installation, operation, user guide and change records.
LZNK Digital Ecosystem
Explore systems developed to support zakat operations.
These systems demonstrate LZNK's experience in managing human resources, distribution, collection, accounting, analytics and healthcare operations.
E-HR System
Manage employee profiles, organisational structures, attendance and human-resource processes.
Open System →Distribution System
Manage aid applications, eligibility processes, approvals and zakat distribution payments.
Open System →Collection System
Manage zakat collection transactions, payment channels, receipts and collection records.
Open System →Accounting System
Support financial accounting, ledger management, payment processing and reporting.
Open System →Scoreboard
Visualise collection and distribution data through management dashboards and indicators.
Open System →