The Role of Zakat in Increasing “Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” (MSMEs) In Indonesia After the Covid-19 Pandemic

This study aims to examine the potential of zakat as a solution to increase “Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” (MSMEs) that are affected by the long-term COVID-19 pandemic. Based on the results of the study, it was concluded that zakat is a "mahdhah" worship that has been arranged by Allah and the Apostle for its implementation. Therefore, the use of zakat funds to increase MSMEs must be in accordance with the provisions of the Shari'a. This study will use a descriptive-qualitative methodology, namely the use of qualitative data and described descriptively. In connection with this research, it aims to describe the role of zakat in improving the community's economy both in theory and practice that develops in people's social life objectively, then describes the sharia view regarding the role of zakat in social life. One of the efforts to encourage the increase of MSMEs, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic.Keywords: Zakat, UMKM, Pandemic, Covid-19, Economy.