Home Affairs issues first-ever Muslim marriage certificates
The Department of Home Affairs has issued the country’s first-ever marriage certificates, officially recognising the type of marriage as Muslim.
The change allows Muslim couples to register their Nikah marriages, which will now be officially recognised on the national population register.
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber said they have so far issued 33 marriage certificates.
“Members of the Islamic faith community have made extraordinary contributions to South Africa’s history for more than 350 years.
"While it comes hundreds of years later than it should have, it is a personal honour for me to preside as minister over the granting of marriage certificates recognising Muslim marriages.
Schreiber said this is also an expression of nation-building and celebrating South Africa’s diversity.
"This is a major step towards enhancing the dignity of this faith community and reflects the ongoing commitment of Home Affairs to deliver dignity to all our valued clients," he added.
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