ramadan fast Stories

Mombasa markets abuzz with activity ahead of Eid celebrations
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 07, 2024

Salim Abdallah of Qamiis Thobe Shob, a market vendor, says this week will be busy with shoppers as people prepare for the Eid celebrations.

OPINION: Why we should embrace consistency in faith, devotion beyond Ramadan
Mohamed Ahmed  |  Apr 06, 2024

Through regular prayer, meditation, or acts of worship, individuals reaffirm their commitment to the teachings and values espoused by their religion.

OPINION: How we have lost Ramadan traditions over time
Amina Boru  |  Apr 03, 2024

The present trend has prompted various organisations, including the government, to take action and provide relief food to the poor to aid in fasting,...

Survival of the fittest for Kiambiu slum dwellers this Ramadan
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 30, 2024

Many residents of Kiambiu slum don’t enjoy breaking the fast during this Ramadan as they can’t afford dates and their basic needs.

Eastleigh embraces vibrant Ramadan culture with adjusted routines
Hanifa Adan  |  Mar 27, 2024

During the Holy month, many restaurants alter their operating hours to cater to the fasting schedule of their customers in Eastleigh.

Radishes add special flavour to fasting Mombasa residents
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 27, 2024

Its high juice content makes it a refreshing addition to salads, which are favoured by Muslims as they break their fast in the evening.

Samosa: Eastleigh's most popular Ramadan snack
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 18, 2024

For many residents of Eastleigh, breaking the fast without eating a samosa feels like an incomplete process.

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