Government of Sierra Leone Declares Friday Public Holiday For Eid Al Fitr 2026 Celebration
Deborah Sorie The Government of Sierra Leone has in a public notice announced that the feast of Eid Al Fitr, which signifies the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan, will take place on Friday, March 20, 2026.
As a result, the government has declared Friday, March 20, 2026., a public holiday across the country.
Eid al-Fitr, known as the “festival of breaking the fast” signifies the conclusion of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting observed by Muslims worldwide. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn to dusk.
Eid al-Fitr is a day of celebration for Muslims all around the world. It is a time to thank Allah for his blessings and to celebrate the end of a month of self-reflection and spiritual growth.
The day is typically marked by communal prayers, family gatherings, and feasting.
May Allah accept our fast and supplication
May Allah accept our fasting.🙏