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Hakeem is the <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="link--external" href="https://hakeem.tech/">world’s first Shariah-compliant nano-financing app</a>, offering underserved communities ethical and accessible shariah-compliant financial solutions. By adhering to a Shariah-compliant trading model, Hakeem empowers individuals, helping them unlock financial empowerment in a manner that is both inclusive and responsible.</p> <p><strong>Shaping the future of finance: Walee Financial Services triumphs at SFF</strong></p> <p>“Winning the Emerging FinTech Award at the Singapore FinTech Festival is a proud achievement for Walee Financial Services and for Pakistan,” said Noshad Minhas, CEO of Walee Financial Services.</p> <p>“This award validates our mission to deliver impactful, Shariah-compliant financial solutions that promote financial empowerment and financial inclusion,” said Waqas Ramzan, Head of Operations at Hakeem.</p> <p>“Hakeem is more than a product—it’s our promise to build financial independence and dignity for those that need it most,” added Khushba Hayat who is Partner Business Development and Investments at Walee Financial Services.</p> <p>Here is the link to the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announcement of the finalists for the 2024 SFF Excellence Awards: <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="link--external" href="https://www.mas.gov.sg/news/media-releases/2024/mas-announces-finalists-for-the-2024-global-fintech-hackcelerator-and-fintech-excellence-awards">MAS’ finalists announcement for SFF Excellence Awards.</a></p> <p>The application, Hakeem Easy Finance, is available on <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="link--external" href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.waleefinancialservices.hakeem&hl=en">Android</a> and <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" class="link--external" href="https://apps.apple.com/pk/app/hakeem-easy-finance/id6475678603">App Store</a>.</p> <p><strong>About Walee Group</strong></p> <p>Walee Financial Services, a subsidiary of Walee Technologies, operates as a licensed non-banking financial company offering investment finance services. The fintech company is committed to providing innovative financial solutions, particularly in the realm of Islamic finance. Through its digital Islamic nano financing product, Walee Financial Services aims to make ethical financial support more accessible to individuals and small businesses.</p> <p>By embracing cutting-edge technology and staying aligned with Islamic principles, Walee Financial Services plays a key role in financial inclusion. 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