March 30
Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Attends Eid Al-Fitr Prayer in Mogadishu, Emphasizes Unity and National Progress
Radio Dalsan
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia participated in the Eid al-Fitr prayer at the Isbahaysiga Mosque in Mogadishu, joining thousands of citizens, government officials, and… Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Distributes Eid Packages, Highlights Plight of Kampala Street Cleaners
Nile Post
National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, marked Eid al-Fitr by distributing food and essential supplies to vulnerable workers in… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Junta Head El Burhan Defiant in Uncompromising Eid El Fitr Message
Dabanga
The President of Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC), Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Lt Gen General Abdelfattah El Burhan, has stated that "there will be no… Read more »
Uganda: Kabaka Calls for Peace, Fairness in Eid El-Fitr Message
Nile Post
The Kabaka expressed concern over the rising acts of violence, cruelty, and discrimination in Uganda, calling on the faithful to stand against injustice in public service… Read more »
Nigeria: Eid-El-Fitri - Governor Radda Greets Muslim Ummah, Urges Continued Prayers for Peace [press release]
Premium Times
"As we mark the end of this sacred month, I urge all Muslims to continue to embody the virtues of patience, compassion, and self-discipline cultivated during Ramadan" Read more »
March 28
Nigeria: My Diplomatic Postings in M/East Deepened My Understanding of Islam - U.S Envoy
Daily Trust
The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has said his diplomatic experiences in the Middle East deepened his understanding of Islam. Read more »
Uganda: Muslims Urged to Save As DTB Supports Iftar in Needy Communities
Independent (Kampala)
The Supreme Mufti, Sheikh Muhammad Shaban Galabuzi, has encouraged Muslims to embrace a culture of saving and investing for the betterment of their communities. Read more »
Nigeria: Ekiti Gov Pledges More Appointments for Muslims
Daily Trust
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has assured the Muslim community of greater inclusion in his administration, pledging to appoint more Muslims to key government positions. Read more »
Nigeria: Hajj 2025 - NAHCON Conducts Readiness Assessment of Key Service Providers in Mecca
Premium Times
"Our primary goal is ensuring every Nigerian pilgrim receives diligent and efficient services throughout their pilgrimage." Read more »
March 27
Nigeria: Father John Ubaechu, Kidnapped On Sunday 23 March, Has Been Released
Agenzia Fides
Nigerian priest John Ubaechu, kidnapped on Sunday, March 23, has been released (see Fides, 24/3/2025). This was announced yesterday, March 26, by the Archdiocese of Owerri in a… Read more »
South Sudan: Escalation in South Sudan - Christian Churches Appeal for a Peaceful Solution
Agenzia Fides
The situation in South Sudan is escalating: Yesterday, March 26, Vice President Riek Machar was placed under house arrest, further escalating the renewed clashes between him and… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Regulator Asks NGOs, Church to End Cooperation With Belgium
New Times
The Rwanda Governance Board (RGB), on Thursday, March 27, announced that all international and national NGOs, faith-based organisations, and common-benefit foundations registered… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu to Mark 73rd Birthday With Special Prayers At National Mosque - Presidency
Vanguard
The Presidency said on Thursday that President Bola Tinubu would mark his 73rd birthday on Friday with a special prayer at the Abuja National Mosque. Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Begins Disbursing Ramadan, Eid Grants to Irregular Workers
Egypt Online
Egypt's Minister of Labour Mohamed Gibran announced on Thursday the approval of Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr grants for irregular workers registered in the ministry's database through… Read more »
Liberia: Jeety Rubber, SRC Host Ramadan Iftar Dinner in Honor of Muslim Workers
Liberian Observer
Jeety Rubber LLC and its affiliate, the Salala Rubber Corporation, hosted a grand Ramadan Iftar dinner on Wednesday, March 26, in honor of the companies' Muslim employees and the… Read more »
Nigeria: Kidnapped Catholic Priest Released - Official
Premium Times
The release of the Catholic priest occurred about three days after his kidnap. Read more »
Uganda: Tororo Muslims Receive Food Relief Ahead of Ramadan Conclusion
Nile Post
Each beneficiary received a package containing five kilograms of rice, ten kilograms of posho, one litre of cooking oil, salt, sugar, and soap. Read more »
Eritrea: Awards to Outstanding Students in Tsaeda Christian
Shabait
Thirty-five outstanding students from Tsaeda Christian High School have been recognized for their exceptional performance in the 2023/2024 national school leaving examination. The… Read more »
March 26
Nigeria: U.S. Agency Calls for Nigeria's Designation As 'Country of Particular Concern' Over Religious Violence
Premium Times
If Nigeria is re-designated as a CPC under the US International Religious Freedom Act, it could face diplomatic and economic consequences, including sanctions and restrictions on… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Arrest Two Suspects Over Killing of Catholic Priest
Vanguard
Troops of the special military task force, Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), have arrested two suspected killers of Rev. Fr Sylvester Okechukwu. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Declares Public Holidays for Eid-El-Fitr
Daily Trust
The Federal Government has declared Monday, March 31 and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. Read more »
Egypt: President El-Sisi Attends Celebration Marking Laylatul - Qadr
Egypt Online
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi attended, on Wednesday 26-03-2025, the Ministry of Endowments' celebration of Laylatul-Qadr (The Night of Power), which was held at the Arts and… Read more »
Uganda: Matugga - Pastor Hacked to Death While Returning From Night Prayers
Nile Post
Police in Matugga in Wakiso district are investigating circumstances under which a pastor who was returning home from night prayers was hacked to death by unknown assailants. Read more »
March 25
Ethiopia: The Eparch of Adigrat - 'We Are Trying to Move Forward As a Church in a Context of Total Precariousness, With the Risk of a New Civil War'
Agenzia Fides
The bloody civil war that ravaged Tigray between 2020 and 2022 is now compounded by an internal split within the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), one of the two factions… Read more »
Kenya: Minor, Lactating Mother Detail Deadly Fasting Ordeal Under Mackenzie's Orders
Capital FM
The ongoing manslaughter trial against controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie and 94 others took a dramatic turn in a Mombasa court as the prosecution presented its 28th and 29th… Read more »
