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Morocco anticipates Eid Al Fitr celebration on March 31

Morocco is poised to celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 31, as astronomical projections indicate the sighting of the crescent moon will occur next week. Ibrahim Akhyam, a specialist in timekeeping and a member of the Islamic Moon Sighting Project, suggests that this Ramadan is unlikely to extend to a full......

Laylat al Qadr: Morocco’s most sacred night of devotion and tradition

Laylat al Qadr, the Night of Power, is a night like no other—a moment of divine connection when the heavens open, angels descend, and prayers bear immeasurable weight in the eyes of the Almighty. Observed during Ramadan, it holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims, particularly in Morocco,......

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 30

According to a report from Arab Times Online, the Al Ojairi Scientific Center anticipates that Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on March 30 in Saudi Arabia. This date marks the conclusion of Ramadan, heralding the arrival of Shawaal, the tenth month in the Islamic calendar. It is important to note that......

HM King Mohammed VI to lead Laylat al-Qadr vigil despite health constraints

His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, will preside over a religious vigil on Thursday evening, March 27, 2025, at the Royal Palace in Rabat, in commemoration of the sacred Laylat al-Qadr, despite recent health challenges. In a statement released by the Ministry of the Royal Household,......

Anticipation builds for Eid Al Fitr as crescent moon sighting approaches

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, countries around the globe are gearing up for the sighting of the crescent moon, an event that will signal the start of Shawwal and the celebration of Eid Al Fitr. This year, predictions from Moroccan astronomers indicate that Morocco is likely to observe......

Morocco sets Zakat Al Fitr value at MAD 23 for 2025

Morocco's High Council of Ulemas has announced that the value of Zakat Al Fitr for this year is set at MAD 23 (approximately $2.38). This charitable contribution serves as a vital obligation within the Islamic faith, aimed at supporting disadvantaged communities. Zakat Al Fitr is recognized as a......

The Ramadan shopping surge: necessity or excess?

During the sacred month of Ramadan, supermarkets experience a remarkable influx of shoppers, transforming these spaces into bustling hubs filled with anticipation, established habits, and a certain frenzy of purchasing. In Rabat, as in other locations, consumers flocked to stores from the very first......

Marrakech solidifies its status as Morocco’s tourism capital

Marrakech, recognized as Morocco's tourism capital, continues to draw thousands of visitors, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. The National Confederation of Tourism (CNT) emphasizes the city's ongoing appeal and strategic efforts by local stakeholders in the tourism sector. Mustapha......

France-Algeria tensions spotlight Paris Grand Mosque's Ramadan iftar

The upcoming high-profile Ramadan iftar ceremony at the Grand Mosque of Paris is drawing attention amid escalating tensions between Algeria and France. This event, which is the fourth iftar for ambassadors, will take place on Tuesday, with reports indicating the attendance of French Foreign Affairs Minister......