Muslim Weddings Stories

Ethiopia’s Somali region bans costly wedding traditions in bid to ease burden on youth
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 21, 2025

Among those banned are the ritual slaughter of camels, expensive engagement gift exchanges, and the distribution of khat and cigarettes during celebra...

The unique traditions of Eastleigh wedding ceremonies
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 22, 2024

In Islam, the dowry is solely decided by the bride and it must be of significant value. It also belongs to her and not her family or relatives

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