The government has officially declared Friday, June 6, 2025, a public holiday to mark Eid-al-Adha, one of the most significant festivals in the Islamic calendar.
In a special gazette notice, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the decision, allowing the Muslim community across the country to observe the annual religious event, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice.
Eid-al-Adha commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God’s command. It is considered Islam’s second-most important religious festival after Eid-al-Fitr and is traditionally marked by prayers, acts of charity, and the ritual slaughtering of livestock, symbolizing devotion, obedience, and generosity.
The declaration of the public holiday ensures that Muslim faithful can fully participate in the day’s spiritual and communal observances without work obligations. Non-Muslims are also encouraged to take the opportunity to reflect on the values of compassion, sacrifice, and unity that the festival promotes.
The day off is expected to see gatherings at mosques and open grounds for special prayers, with families coming together for feasting and giving to those in need.
