adha,Eid-ul-Adha,Eid-Ul-Adha 2025 Stories

Eastleigh residents find unity, joy in Eid-ul-Adha celebrations amidst harsh economic times
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 06, 2025

For Hassan, who has been selling goats for over a decade, Eid-ul-Adha isn’t just a religious celebration — it’s the most important time of the year fo...

Muslims across Kenya mark Eid-ul-Adha with prayers and sacrifice
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 06, 2025

Most sermons during the morning prayers focused on the meaning of Eid-ul-Adha, the importance of the Hajj pilgrimage, and the act of Qurbani, the ritu...

In Pictures: Muslims countrywide celebrate Eid-ul-Adha
Eastleigh Voice Team  |  Jun 06, 2025

Muslim residents in Eastleigh and across the country performed the special Eid prayers early on Friday morning. This early prayer schedule allows suff...

Muslims in Eastleigh, rest of Kenya observe the Day of Arafah through fasting
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 05, 2025

While it is not compulsory for those not on pilgrimage, it is widely practised by Muslims who are not performing the Hajj.

Eastleigh comes alive with festive spirit as residents gear up for Eid-Ul-Adha amid tough economy
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 04, 2025

In Eastleigh, mothers are seen guiding their children through crowded malls and shopping streets as they search for the perfect outfits for the Eid ce...

Kenyan Muslim organisations launch Sh5.4 million Udhiyah programme for Gaza amid deepening humanitarian crisis
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 04, 2025

The donation will fund the Gaza-Udhiyah programme, which involves the slaughtering of cattle in Egypt.

Interior CS Murkomen declares Friday public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Adha
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 04, 2025

Also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, Eid-ul-Adha honours Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham’s) willingness to sacrifice his son, Ismail (Ishmael), in obedien...

Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha: The two major Muslim holidays and what they mean
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 03, 2025

“Eid-ul-Fitr is observed on one day, right after Ramadan, while Eid-ul-Adha is marked over a few days following an optional 10-day fasting period. Ani...

What happens during first 9 days of Dhul Hijjah as Muslims begin fasting and millions prepare for pilgrimage
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 28, 2025

In Eastleigh, a good number of people have already begun fasting from today. Many of them are expected to continue the fast daily until the 5th of Jun...

Kenya to increase WHO contributions by 20pc as part of global health funding push
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2025

The WHO donor base expanded this year with both long-standing supporters and new contributors providing fresh voluntary funding.

Aid cuts could leave more women dying in pregnancy and birth, UN says
Reuters  |  Apr 08, 2025

Even before the aid cuts led by the United States, things were backsliding in some countries, and progress has slowed globally since 2016, the report...

Dressed in celebration: How Muslims embrace tradition through Eid attire
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 28, 2025

Some men choose a crisp white thobe (kanzu), a flowing ankle-length robe that exudes simplicity and sophistication, especially popular in Kenya's Coas...

Magistrate Lorot defends his record as he expresses readiness to be IEBC chair
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

The IEBC selection panel, chaired by Dr Nelson Makanda, is currently interviewing 11 shortlisted candidates for the chairperson’s position.

Eastleigh Ramadan tournament expands to 24 teams
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 06, 2025

The first round will run until March 9, after which 12 teams will advance to the second round, set to begin on March 11.

Drought-hit Morocco asks citizens not to slaughter sheep on Eid al-Adha
Reuters  |  Feb 27, 2025

Morocco's cattle and sheep herds have decreased by 38% in 2025 since the last census nine years ago due to consecutive droughts, according to official...

WHO chief urges end to attacks on Sudan healthcare after 70 killed in drone strike
Reuters  |  Jan 26, 2025

The conflict has produced waves of ethnically driven violence blamed largely on the RSF, creating a humanitarian crisis.

WHO regrets US withdrawal, urges Trump to reconsider his decision
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 21, 2025

WHO added that it remains committed to its mission of safeguarding public health, whether or not all member countries are part of the organisation, bu...

WHO Director-General Tedros calls for end to hospital attacks in Gaza after strike
Reuters  |  Dec 31, 2024

Tedros called for Abu Safiya's immediate release and said the Al-Ahli hospital had also faced attacks.

Kitui Village fire victims receive aid in wake of tragic inferno
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 21, 2024

Residents noted that the financial aid, equivalent to the average monthly rent in the area, would be crucial in helping families restart their lives.

WHO approves first Mpox vaccine, enhancing global response to outbreaks
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 14, 2024

The vaccine, known as MVA-BN, is administered in two doses, four weeks apart, to individuals over 18 years.

2,300 cholera deaths reported as global outbreak deepens amid vaccine shortage
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 16, 2024

In January 2023, WHO classified the global cholera resurgence as a grade three emergency, the highest level for internal emergencies.

WHO urges enhanced global action as Mpox cases spread beyond Africa
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 16, 2024

The most recent case reported on Thursday in Sweden was linked to a Swedish traveller returning from Africa.

WHO to convene emergency committee to assess international risk from mpox outbreak
Reuters  |  Aug 07, 2024

The UN-affiliated WHO said the emergency committee will be pulled together "as soon as possible" but did not provide a definite date for the meeting o...

Protests erupt over land tussle pitting Riyadha Mosque and Mumbai Mall in Gikomba
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 19, 2024

The protest arose from a dispute over a lease agreement between Pumwani Riyadha Mosque and Mumbai Mall shopping centre management. Mosque officials cl...

Physical inactivity poses major risk for noncommunicable diseases, says WHO
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 29, 2024

The WHO urges countries to enhance policy implementation by promoting physical activity through community-based initiatives and supportive environment...

RSF's Hemedti claims Sudan army withdrew from peace talks over extremists' pressure
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 17, 2024

Hemedti also claimed that the army apologised for their absence, citing pressure from extremists, which he alleged controls the army's decisions.

Well-wishers provide goats to over 200 Eastleigh families for Eid-ul-Adha
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 17, 2024

The proximity to Mathare also allows Muslims from the slums to benefit from these sacrifices.

Eastleigh businesses reopen after Eid-ul-Adha celebrations
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 17, 2024

Salah Abdullahi, who sells men's clothing, observed that it would take time for business to return to normalcy. 

Palestinians in Khan Younis hold Eid ul-Adha prayers
Reuters  |  Jun 16, 2024

People sat on prayer mats that they placed among the rubble of surrounding destroyed buildings, while few children wore the traditional jalabiya on th...

Isiolo, Garissa leaders call for muguka ban as Muslims mark Eid-ul-Adha
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 16, 2024

Muslim faithful Sunday lamented that consumption of the stimulant had ruined the lives of many youths and contributed to poor performance in schools,...

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