This archive report was first published on 11 August 2019.
Published on August 11, 2019, Kenyan Muslims celebrated Idd-ul-Adha, a significant Islamic holiday, amidst differences in prayer timing.
Idd-ul-Adha, also known as Idd-Ul-Hajj, marks the end of the pilgrimage to Mecca and revolves around the story of Abraham and his son.
According to Islamic teachings, the feast takes place on the 10th day of the third month after Ramadhan.
However, the celebrations were marred by differences in prayer timing, with some Muslims defying the advice of Chief Kadhi Ahmed Muhdhar to mark the Idd-ul-Adha on Monday.
Instead, they followed an announcement by Saudia Arabia to go hand in hand with celebrations by the pilgrims.
President Uhuru Kenyatta wished Muslims happy celebrations, acknowledging the role of the Islamic faith and culture in shaping Kenya's distinctive character.
In Kisumu, Muslim faithful gathered at Kibuye Primary School for Idd-ul-Adha prayers, led by Sheikh Said Ahmed Bafana.
Sheikh Bafana called upon all Muslims to love their neighbors and the needy during this festive season, urging them to live according to the teachings of Allah.
