value of RM16.56 million, total assets of RM41.11 million, and revenue amounting to RM30.60 million. As of August 2025, a total of 842 mosque congregation cooperatives have been successfully registered, reflecting significant progress in expanding the cooperative movement at the mosque level. Among them, 56 are newly registered, while 156 are undergoing pre-registration processes. Notably, three cooperatives have become members of ANGKASA, namely Koperasi Kariah Masjid Al-Abyad (Taman Matang Jaya) Kuching Berhad in Sarawak, Koperasi Kariah Masjid Kampung Butut Kuala Berang Berhad in Terengganu, and most recently, Koperasi Kariah Masjid Al Aman Yooi Langkawi Berhad. These statistics underscore the significant increase in the establishment and registration of mosque cooperatives nationwide, in line with ANGKASA’s integrated efforts with relevant agencies. With ANGKASA’s membership rate reaching 59.98%, the development reflects society’s growing confidence in mosque cooperatives as key economic entities in empowering the Muslim community. The large number of active cooperatives further demonstrates the positive impact of guidance programs, support mechanisms, and strategic entrepreneurship opportunities introduced over the years. Strategic Workshops: Charting a Five-Year Roadmap The success of mosque congregation cooperatives is the result of ANGKASA’s ongoing commitment to building capacity and strengthening management at the grassroots level. Throughout 2025, a series of strategic development workshops were conducted to formulate a clear five-year roadmap. Key areas of focus include reinforcing governance, developing resilient business models, and outlining inclusive strategic plans aligned with current economic challenges. These workshops exposed cooperative leaders to market expansion strategies, funding opportunities, and risk management techniques. As a result, mosque cooperatives are now better equipped to move forward in a structured, strategic, and competitive manner. Business Strengthening Workshops: From Ideas to Market Beyond long-term strategies, mosque cooperatives are also guided to refine their business models to be more practical and competitive. Business strengthening workshops emphasize product innovation, digital marketing, and transparent financial management. This initiative helps cooperatives transform ideas into market- ready products and services. In addition, cooperatives are encouraged to explore emerging sectors such as halal retail, modern agriculture, and community-based services
that offer high returns while directly benefiting society. With such exposure, mosque cooperatives are positioned not only as providers of economic services but also as social development agents that contribute to the sustainability and well-being of congregations in the long term. KONSORMAS: Uniting Strength, Expanding Strategic Networks To consolidate strength, ANGKASA has established the Consortium of Mosque Congregation Cooperatives Malaysia Berhad (KONSORMAS) as a national platform for cooperative collaboration. KONSORMAS enables cooperatives to share resources, expertise, and expand business networks in a more structured way. This initiative also opens doors for partnerships with government agencies, private sectors, and international strategic partners, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of mosque cooperatives in the global market. With the presence of KONSORMAS, mosque cooperatives can act collectively, create greater business value through economies of scale, and build a stronger shared brand at both national and regional levels. International Footprint & Vision 2025 Remarkably, Malaysia’s mosque cooperative model has already crossed international borders. To date, three cooperatives have been established in Cambodia, 11 in the Philippines, and five are in progress in Indonesia. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of the Malaysian cooperative model on the global stage while opening new opportunities in regional halal trade based on Islamic economic principles. By the end of 2025, ANGKASA aims to achieve the establishment of 1,000 mosque congregation cooperatives nationwide. ANGKASA President, Datuk Seri Dr. Abdul Fattah Abdullah, emphasized that mosque cooperatives are powerful socio- economic drivers capable of transforming mosques into centers of community progress. According to him, the strength of cooperatives lies not only in their ability to generate economic value but also in their embodiment of solidarity, trust, and togetherness— the very foundations of the Islamic cooperative movement. Conclusion In conclusion, these achievements affirm that mosque congregation cooperatives are not merely economic initiatives, but a comprehensive movement to build resilient, self-sustaining, and prosperous communities. Through ANGKASA’s leadership and the collective support of congregations, mosque cooperatives are well-positioned to elevate mosques as centers of economic and social development for Muslims in Malaysia and beyond.
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