What is riba?

Q: Can you please explain to me in simple words what is Riba?

A: In the case of a loan it will easily be understood as an additional amount that has been preconditioned over and above the original lent amount.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)