Respected Mufti The Sunday Times extra dated 28-01-2001 has an insert stating that 3 nandos outlets are halaal. It also states who the owner's (Muslim) are.
Question
Please could you clarify if this is the truth as many of our fellow-muslims are taking the insert as clarification of halaal status. Was-Salaam
Answer
According to the Shari'ah, if an Aadil (honest and upright Muslim) informs that the food is Halaal, and there is nothing contrary to his information, then the food will be regarded as Halaal. (Hidaaya vol.4)
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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