April 09
Morocco: Al Quds - Bayt Mal Al Quds Agency's Major Humanitarian Operation Wraps Up At End of Ramadan
MAP
The major humanitarian operation launched by the Bayt Mal Al Quds Asharif Agency, in accordance with the High Instructions of HM King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, Chairman of… Read more »
Gambia: President Barrow Declares Eid Public Holiday
Foroyaa
The Office of the President informs the public that His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, is pleased to declare Wednesday, 10th, and Thursday, 11th… Read more »
Nigeria: Eid-El-Fitr - President Tinubu Calls for Unity to Build Nigeria
Leadership
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has felicitated the Muslim Ummah at Eid-el-Fitr, an auspicious occasion that signifies the end of Ramadan, a hallowed season which reflects total… Read more »
Nigeria: Ramadan - Mammoth Crowd Troops Out As Stanel Boss Breaks Fast With Muslims in Suleja
Leadership
Suleja in Niger State was a beehive of activities on Monday as the chairman/CEO of Stanel Group, Dr. Uzochukwu Stanley, again, hosted Muslim community in the ancient town to a… Read more »
Kenya: CS Kindiki Declares Wednesday a Public Holiday to Mark Idd-UL-Fitr
Capital FM
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has gazetted tomorrow as a public holiday for Muslims to mark Idd-ul-Fitr. Read more »
April 08
Somalia: A Ramadan Staple Supports Mandeq and Her Family
Norwegian Refugee Council
As the holy month of Ramadan approached, Mandeq faced the daunting challenge of providing food for her family with very limited resources. Determined not to succumb to despair, she… Read more »
Africa: How (Not) to Talk About Sex in Africa [blog]
CFR
It is time the LGBTQ+ coalition changed its strategy on the continent. Read more »
Zambia: Zambian Police Summon Priest After Critical Sermon [press release]
HRW
Authorities Should Ensure Freedoms of Association, Assembly, and Expression Read more »
Nigeria: Sultan Declares Wednesday Eid-El-Fitr
Daily Trust
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) under the leadership of its President-General and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, has declared… Read more »
Uganda: Muslims to Celebrate Eid On Wednesday
Nile Post
Tuesday will mark the final day of the Holy Month of Ramadan Read more »
Uganda: Mubaje Calls for the Reduction of Piped Water Costs to Worship Places
Nile Post
Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has appealed to the management of the National Water & Sewage Corporation to reconsider reducing the costs of water supply… Read more »
April 07
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Declares Public Holidays for Eid-El-Fitri
Premium Times
Ramadan is expected to end on Monday or Tuesday night. Read more »
Egypt: PM, Al Azhar Imam Discuss Establishment of Islamic Mission City
Egypt Online
Grand Imam of Al Azhar, Sheikh Ahmed El Tayeb, met with Egyptian Prime Minister Moustafa Mabdouli on Sunday to discuss the latest developments regarding the establishment of a new… Read more »
April 04
Ghana: Muslims Mark Night of Power
Ghanaian Times
Muslims on Tuesday night congregated at Parliament, to observe the 13th Night of Power, a commemorative day in the course of the month-long Ramadan fast. Read more »
Tunisia: Resignation and Appointment of Archbishop of Tunis
Agenzia Fides
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the archdiocese of Tunis, Tunisia, presented by Archbishop Ilario Antoniazzi. Read more »
April 03
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Troops Kill Five Violent Extremists, Foil Kidnapping of Church Members
Premium Times
The troops also recovered a cache of arms from the extremists. Read more »
April 02
South Africa: Iftaar Under the Washing Lines
GroundUp
About 100 people break their fast together in Heideveld flats Read more »
April 01
Ethiopia: U.S. Embassy Hosts Interfaith Iftar to Promote Peace and Unity [press release]
U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa
Religious leaders from the wide range of Ethiopian faith groups play a crucial role in promoting peace, unity, and harmony. On March 26, U.S. Ambassador Ervin Massinga hosted an… Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Governor Announces N1 Million Subsidy for Each Intending Pilgrim
Premium Times
Premium Times reported how the NAHCON has increased the rate for the 2024 Hajj, citing foreign exchange rate adjustment. Read more »
Nigeria: Obaseki, Oborevwori, Yahaya, Ododo, Others Felicitate Christians At Easter
This Day
· Obi celebrates with inmates, says 'we're all prisoners' Read more »
Zimbabwe: Church Critical in Nation Building - President
The Herald
Churches play an important role in accelerating national development and should use their gatherings to inculcate value and work ethics that spawn production to move the nation… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Churches Adhere to Directive On Cholera Control
The Herald
Most Christian denominations have complied with Government measures aimed at containing the spread of cholera during Easter, with supervision by health specialists being upscaled. Read more »
Nigeria: Hajj - Jigawa Govt Donates N1m Each to Intending Pilgrims
Daily Trust
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has approved N1 million subsidy for each of the prospective pilgrims from the state for this year's Hajj. Read more »
Liberia: Binda Foundation Identifies With Muslims in Gbarpolu County
FrontPageAfrica
The Binda Foundation has donated assorted food items valued at over LD$120,000 to at least seven mosques in Gbarma District, Gbarpolu County, in celebration of Ramadan. The… Read more »
Liberia: Cassell Kuoh Distributes Assorted Food Items to Muslim Community in Observance of Ramadan
FrontPageAfrica
The Chief Executive Officer of the Kuoh Foundation and Academy, Cassell Kuoh, has distributed assorted food items to several mosques across Montserrado County in observance of the… Read more »