Fine, jail sentence for those who engage in witchcraft

Sunday, 23 May 2021 06:44

People can face a jail sentence and a fine of up to AED 50,000 for committing acts of witchcraft and sorcery.

That's according to the UAE's Public Prosecution, which clarified that such activities violate the country's Islamic (Sharia) law.

Anyone who directly or indirectly jeopardizes another person's physical or mental state using magic will be punished by law.

This also includes fortune-telling, hypnotizing people to exploit them, or influencing individual's beliefs through witchcraft.

More from Local News

Sharjah imams and muezzins granted government employee status

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed that all imams and muezzins in mosques across the emirate be placed under the Sharjah government’s general staff system.
Dubai Police invite community volunteers for NYE celebrations

Dubai Police are inviting community members to play a starring role in the city’s world-famous New Year’s Eve celebrations, by volunteering to support police operations.
UAE leaders extend wishes on Christmas

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages extending his "warmest regards" to all those celebrating Christmas.
Fifth Indonesian medical team arrives at UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish

A fifth batch of Indonesian medical personnel has arrived at the UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, to provide medical care for Palestinian patients and those wounded arriving from the Gaza Strip under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3".
Dubai gears up for final phase of single-use plastic ban

Dubai Municipality has announced that the final phase of the ban on single-use plastic products in the emirate will come into force on January 1, 2026.
UAE hails Yemen prisoner swap agreement as key humanitarian step

The UAE has welcomed the recent agreement signed in Muscat on the exchange of prisoners and detainees in Yemen, calling it an important humanitarian step that eases suffering and supports stability in the region.
Sharjah receives Guinness for largest A2A2 cattle farm

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has received a Guinness World Record recognising Mleiha Dairy Farm as the world’s largest A2A2 cattle farm on Wednesday.
UAE reinforces global humanitarian leadership

The UAE has reinforced its position as a global humanitarian leader in 2025, ranking third worldwide in aid contributions with $1.46 billion, according to data from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs' (OCHA) Financial Tracking Service.

Recently Played

Latest Blogs

Pinoy Bulletin October 21 - 25 2025
Pinoy Expat Corner

Merong Serbisyo Caravan Leg 2 dito sa Dubai ngayon November 15 & 16, 2025 , 8am to 6pm @ Hall 3 Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai.
PINOY BULLETIN : AUGUST 11 - 15 , 2025
Pinoy Expat Corner

Welcome to Pinoy Bulletin, your go-to source for staying informed about important announcements, exciting group activities, community events, and job opportunities! Make sure to tune in every weekdays to Tag Gising Na from 5AM - 10 AM for a comprehensive roundup of important updates.
PINOY BULLETIN : AUGUST 4 - 8, 2025
Pinoy Expat Corner

Welcome to Pinoy Bulletin, your go-to source for staying informed about important announcements, exciting group activities, community events, and job opportunities! Make sure to tune in every weekdays to Tag Gising Na from 5AM - 10 AM for a comprehensive roundup of important updates.

Fine, jail sentence for those who engage in witchcraft

More from Local News

Recently Played

Latest Blogs

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go

Fine, jail sentence for those who engage in witchcraft

Share

More from Local News

Recently Played

Latest Blogs

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go