Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has declared Monday, March 31, 2025, a national holiday to celebrate Eid al-Fitr.
In a special Gazette Notice dated Friday, March 28, the CS noted that the nation would join Muslims in marking the end of Ramadan.
“It is notified for the general information of the public that, in the exercise of the powers conferred by Section 2(1) of the Public Holidays Act, the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration declares that Monday, March 31, shall be a public holiday to mark Eid Al Fitr,” reads part of the notice.
Following Murkomen’s declaration, all government offices, schools, and other institutions, such as banks, are expected to be closed to mark the religious festivity.
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This year, Ramadan began on Friday, February 28, and continued until Saturday, March 29.
During this period, Muslims worldwide fasted, prayed, and reflected on their religious obligations to themselves and their communities.
In his Ramadan message to Muslims, as they began fasting on February 28, President William Ruto pointed out the spiritual significance of the holy month. He called on them to use the period for personal reflection and devotion.
He also praised the Muslim community for contributing to the country and encouraged them to continue supporting the less fortunate.
In support of the Muslim community, President Ruto recently approved the duty-free importation of dates during Ramadan.
The announcement comes days after President Ruto hosted Muslim leaders for an Iftar dinner at the State House.
During the dinner, the president urged the religious leaders to champion peace in the country and called on Kenyans to foster national unity to ensure meaningful development.
By Joseph Mambili
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