About Us

The Accreditation Authority

HACA is an independent accreditation body. We accredit the certification bodies that audit halaal compliance, confirming they follow recognised halaal standards and maintain procedural consistency, and we certify businesses directly against those same published standards.

Mission Statement

The Halaal Accreditation Council of Africa is committed to upholding the highest standards of Halaal integrity by providing credible, transparent, and internationally recognized accreditation, certification oversight, training, and advisory services. We strive to safeguard consumer confidence, promote ethical and Shari’ah-compliant practices, and support businesses in achieving excellence in Halaal compliance. Through collaboration, education, and continuous improvement, we aim to strengthen the Halaal industry across Africa and facilitate access to global Halaal markets while remaining steadfast to the principles of the Qur’an and the Sunnah.

Vision Statement

To be Africa’s leading and most trusted Halaal accreditation authority, recognized globally for excellence, integrity, and Shari’ah compliance. We envision a future where African Halaal-certified products and services meet the highest international standards, fostering consumer confidence, supporting sustainable economic growth, and positioning Africa as a respected leader in the global Halaal industry.

Core Values

1. Shari’ah Compliance

We are committed to ensuring that all accreditation and certification activities are conducted in strict accordance with the Qur’an, the Sunnah, and the recognized principles of Islamic jurisprudence.

2. Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of honesty, transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in every decision and action.

3. Excellence

We strive for continuous improvement and deliver services that meet internationally recognized standards of quality, competence, and professionalism.

4. Independence and Impartiality

We maintain objectivity and fairness, ensuring that all accreditation decisions are free from bias, conflicts of interest, or external influence.

5. Trust and Credibility

We build confidence among consumers, businesses, regulators, and stakeholders through reliable, consistent, and transparent accreditation processes.

6. Professionalism

We promote competence, respect, and responsibility while maintaining the highest level of technical expertise and customer service.

7. Collaboration

We work closely with industry, regulatory authorities, Islamic scholars, and international partners to strengthen and advance the Halaal industry across Africa.

8. Innovation and Continuous Improvement

We embrace innovation, research, and education to enhance Halaal assurance systems and respond effectively to the evolving needs of the global Halaal market.

9. Consumer Protection

We are dedicated to safeguarding the interests of Halaal consumers by promoting authentic, safe, and trustworthy Halaal products and services.

10. Service to the Ummah and Society

We are committed to serving the Muslim community and society at large by promoting ethical business practices, social responsibility, and sustainable economic development.

Organizational Objectives

The Halaal Accreditation Council of Africa is committed to achieving the following strategic objectives:

Ensure Shari’ah Compliance: Maintain a robust accreditation framework that ensures all accredited certification bodies operate in accordance with the Qur’an, the Sunnah, and the recognized schools of Islamic jurisprudence.
Promote International Recognition: Develop and maintain accreditation systems that align with internationally accepted standards, facilitating the global acceptance of African Halaal-certified products and services.
Strengthen Consumer Confidence: Enhance trust in the Halaal industry by ensuring transparency, consistency, competence, and integrity throughout the accreditation process.
Develop Competent Certification Bodies: Assess, accredit, monitor, and continually improve the competence and performance of Halaal certification bodies operating within Africa.
Advance Education and Training: Provide high-quality training, guidance, and technical support to certification bodies, auditors, businesses, and other stakeholders on Halaal requirements and best practices.
Promote Regulatory Compliance: Encourage compliance with applicable national legislation, international standards, and Halaal accreditation requirements.
Safeguard Integrity and Impartiality: Ensure all accreditation activities are conducted independently, objectively, and free from conflicts of interest.
Support Economic Growth: Facilitate access to local and international Halaal markets by promoting credible accreditation systems that enhance the competitiveness of African businesses.
Foster Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with government authorities, Islamic scholars, industry associations, academic institutions, and international organizations to strengthen the Halaal ecosystem.
Drive Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and improve accreditation policies, procedures, and governance systems to ensure effectiveness, innovation, and responsiveness to industry developments.
Protect the Halaal Mark: Safeguard the integrity and credibility of accredited Halaal certification by preventing misuse, fraud, and misleading Halaal claims.
Promote Sustainability and Ethical Practices: Encourage responsible, ethical, and sustainable practices that uphold Islamic values while supporting long-term growth within the Halaal industry.

Governance

HACA is governed by a board responsible for setting standards policy, overseeing the accreditation process, and safeguarding the Council’s independence from the bodies it accredits.

Our auditors are ISO 9001 certified, giving certification bodies and the public added confidence in the consistency and quality of every audit we conduct.