June 20
Eritrea: Prayer Service in Connection With Martyrs' Day
Shabait
Asmara, 19 June 2024 - Prayer services and sermons marking Martyrs' Day were held at St. Michael Church and Al-Khulafae Al-Rashideen Grand Mosque in the capital city, Asmara. Read more »
Nigeria: Pilgrims Excited Over News of Early Return to Nigeria - Airlift Begins On Saturday
Premium Times
NAHCON Chairman Jalal Arabi visited the pilgrims' tents in Muna on Tuesday, during which he broke the news of their early return to Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Pilgrim Returns Lost $800 - Other Currencies in Makkah
Premium Times
Mr Limawa handed over the different currencies to the Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Jalal Arabi. Read more »
June 19
Zambia: Pope Upgrades Ndola Diocese
Times of Zambia
Pope Francis has elevated Ndola to archdiocese level with its Chief Shepherd Benjamin Phiri being appointed as its first Archbishop. Read more »
Egypt: 18,726 Egyptian Pilgrims Examined By Medical Mission in Mecca, Madina
Egypt Online
As many as 18,726 Egyptian pilgrims have been examined by the medical mission in Mecca and Madina al Munawarah until Tuesday night, the Health Ministry announced on Wednesday… Read more »
June 18
Tanzania: Eid-Al-Adha Celebration - Mwinyi Urges Zanzibaris to Embrace Peace, Unity
Daily News
As Muslims globally celebrate Eid-al-Adha, Zanzibar President Hussein Mwinyi has called on Zanzibaris to uphold peace, stability and unity Dr Mwinyi said peace, stability and unity… Read more »
Ghana: Congratulations On Successful Eid-UL-Adha!
Ghanaian Times
The Ghanaian Times congratulates Muslims in Ghana on successfully celebrating Eid-ul-Adha, which follows days after the completion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Eid-El-Kabir' Festival Amidst Economic Hardship, Cholera Outbreak
This Day
As Nigeria commemorates the significant Islamic holiday of Eid-el-Kabir, the nation is concurrently grappling with the daunting challenges of economic hardship and a cholera… Read more »
Namibia: Muslim Communities Donate 100 Cattle to Feed the Vulnerable
Namibian
The Muslim community in Namibia donated 100 cattle to feed needy and vulnerable communities in the northern regions at Eenhana on Sunday. Read more »
Liberia: Former Liberia Council of Churches' President Bishop Brown Warns Boakai-Koung Administration to Dismiss Ineffective Officials or Risk National Decline
FrontPageAfrica
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai campaigned on promises to bring relief to his fellow Liberians, who viewed him as a veteran statesman capable of delivering the change they longed… Read more »
Nigeria: Inflation Affects Ilorin Central Mosque's Maintenance
Leadership
Rising inflation in the country is affecting the maintenance of Ilorin Central Jumat Mosque in Kwara State. Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest in Anambra As Police Arrest Gunrunner
This Day
Gunmen have kidnapped a Catholic Priest in Anambra State, Rev. Fr. Christian Ike, just one month after another priest, Rev Basil Gbuzuo, was kidnapped and rescued by security… Read more »
Nigeria: Extreme Heat - Nigeria Loses Pilgrim, Cautions Against Flaunting Saudi's Directive
Vanguard
A Nigerian pilgrim who was on his way to Jamrate to perform the ritual of throwing stones collapsed and eventually died due to heatstroke. Read more »
Nigeria: Eid-Al-Adha - Diri Tasks Nigerian Leaders On Selflessness
Vanguard
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has urged the political class in the country including himself to appreciate the temporal nature of leadership by making necessary sacrifices… Read more »
Tanzania: Zeal to Fortify Unity, Peace
Daily News
Samia Suluhu Hassan has urged all Muslims and citizens across the country to embrace peace, unity and love one another as they celebrate Eid- Al- Adha. Read more »
June 17
Congo-Kinshasa: Church Members Assault DRC Journalists Néhémie Paluku and Esaïe Mbusa
CPJ
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo should ensure a credible investigation into the June 3 assaults on reporters Esaïe Mbusa and Néhémie Paluku,… Read more »
Tanzania: President Samia Issues Eid Al Adha Greetings
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Monday extended greetings on the occasion of Eid Al Adha to all Muslim, calling on people to exercise peace, unity, love among themselves as well… Read more »
Uganda: Muslims in Kibaale Urged to Denounce Domestic Violence
Nile Post
Muslims in Greater Kibaale have been asked to work as a team in fighting against domestic violence and environmental degradation. Read more »
Nigeria: Eid Al-Adha Celebration in Parts of the World
Daily Trust
Muslims across the world sacrificed animals yesterday (Sunday) to celebrate the religious festival of Eid al-Adha, also known as the festival of sacrifice. Read more »
Nigeria: 160,000 Kids Living With HIV in Nigeria, Christian Council Raises Alarm
Vanguard
...Says only 45,000 receiving treatment Read more »
Somalia: Atmis Joins Muslims in Marking Eid - Adha
Radio Dalsan
On Sunday , ATMIS Muslim peacekeepers joined the global community in marking Eid al-Adha at the Force HQs Mosque in Mogadishu. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Vice President Osinbajo Stresses Gospel Principles As Key to National Prosperity
This Day
Former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, weekend, stressed the need for Christians in government to give voice to the principles of the gospel that will make the country great. Read more »
Nigeria: Muslims Celebrate Peaceful Sallah
Daily Trust
Govs, clerics pray for peace, unity Read more »
Nigeria: Sallah in Kano Without Splendour of Durbar
Daily Trust
Sallah Durbar has over the years brought fame and prestige to Kano State, attracting foreign guests, dignitaries, diplomats and thousands of Nigerians. Read more »
June 16
Algeria: President Tebboune Performs Eid Al-Adha Prayer in Jamaa Al-Jazair
Algerie Presse Service
President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, on Sunday morning performed Eid al-Adha prayer, in an atmosphere of piety and serenity, in Jamaa al-Jazair mosque of Algiers. Read more »