In Pictures: Muslims countrywide celebrate Eid-ul-Adha

Muslim residents in Eastleigh and across the country performed the special Eid prayers early on Friday morning. This early prayer schedule allows sufficient time for the ritual animal sacrifice, known as Qurbani, which marks the central act of worship on Eid-ul-Adha.
Muslims across Kenya celebrated Eid-ul-Adha on Friday, marking the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
Thousands gathered at various grounds and mosques nationwide to perform the non-obligatory Eid-ul-Adha prayers. This early prayer schedule allows sufficient time for the ritual animal sacrifice, known as Qurbani, which marks the central act of worship on Eid-ul-Adha.
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In Eastleigh, known for its vibrant Muslim community, both young and old congregated at several locations as early as 6 am.

In Mombasa, Muslims flocked to the historical Tononoka Grounds for Eid-ul-Adha celebrations.
Eid-ul-Adha is also known as the Festival of Sacrifice.








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