CS Murkomen declares Friday public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr
NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 18– The government has declared Friday, March 20, a public holiday to mark the Muslim festival of Idd-ul-Fitr, which signifies the end - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenyan government has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate the Muslim festival of Idd-ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.
- The holiday is observed on Friday, March 20, 2026.
- The announcement was made by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
- This public holiday allows Kenya's Muslim population to participate in celebrations following a month of fasting.
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CS Murkomen declares Friday a public holiday for Idd-ul-Fitr - March 2026
Kenyan Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has officially declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday across Kenya to commemorate Idd-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The Kenyan government has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate the Muslim festival of Idd-ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. This announcement was made via a gazette notice, signaling the nation's recognition of this significant Islamic observance.
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