Murkomen declares March 20 public holiday for Idd-ul-Fitr
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Interior 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 declaration was made through a Gazette notice dated March 18, 2026.
- The holiday is observed nationwide to celebrate the conclusion of Ramadan, a period of fasting and spiritual reflection for Muslims.
- Fasting for Ramadan began on February 18, 2026, for most Muslim communities following the sighting of the crescent moon.
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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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