Kenyans will join Muslims worldwide in marking the Eid al-Adha Celebrations.
This follows a special gazette notice by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, declaring Wednesday a public holiday to mark the special Muslim celebration.
“It is notified for the general Public information that in exercise of powers of Section 3(1) of the Public Holidays Act, Wednesday, May 27, shall be a public holiday to mark Eid-al-Adha,” the notice stated.
The announcement comes following the official announcement by the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia on Sunday evening, May 17, 2026, that the crescent moon for Dhul Hijjah has been verified.
Consequently, the month of Dhul Hijjah officially commences on Monday, May 18, 2026.
Therefore, Eid al Adha 2026 (commonly referred to as Bakra Eid) will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (10th of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH).
Eid al Adha, or the “Festival of Sacrifice,” is one of the most significant Islamic holidays, commemorating the profound act of faith by Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.).
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According to Islamic tradition, Prophet Ibrahim was prepared to sacrifice his son, Prophet Ismail (A.S.), to obey Allah’s command. However, Allah replaced Ismail with a ram, signifying His mercy and approval of Ibrahim’s devotion (Quran 37:102).
Muslims worldwide honor this momentous event by sacrificing an animal, such as a sheep, goat, or camel, on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah. The act symbolizes devotion, humility, and submission to the Divine will.
