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Poultry prices surge in Morocco ahead of Eid Al Adha sacrifice cancellation

Morocco is witnessing a sharp increase in poultry prices as Eid Al Adha approaches. Scheduled for June 7, the celebration this year comes without its traditional animal sacrifice ritual, leading to a surge in demand for alternative meat options. In Casablanca, poultry prices have reached MAD 23 per......

Enhanced train schedule for Eid Al Adha: ONCF's commitment to travelers

The Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF) has unveiled an expanded train schedule in anticipation of Eid Al Adha, offering enhanced services to facilitate smooth travel for the holiday. The new program, effective from May 30 to June 15, aims to assist travelers in moving easily and safely during......

Muslims in France call for sheep sacrifice boycott ahead of Eid Al-Adha

In Morocco, King Mohammed VI urged citizens to abstain from sacrifice this year due to the country’s alarming decline in national livestock, particularly sheep, which has fallen by 38% since 2016. The French Council of Muslim Faith (CFCM) has announced that Eid Al-Adha 1446H will be celebrated......

Hajj 2025 Eid al-Adha Celebrated in Saudi Arabia on June 6 Arafat Gathering on June 5

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has declared that the first day of Dhu al-Hijjah in the current Hijri year falls on Wednesday, May 28. Consequently, the Eid al-Adha festival will be observed on Friday, June 6, within the kingdom. The Day of Arafat gathering is scheduled for Thursday, June 5, according......

Eid al Adha 2025: Celebrating the feast of sacrifice in Morocco

Moroccans are set to celebrate Eid Al Adha 2025 on Saturday, June 7, according to Ibrahim Akhyam, a researcher in timekeeping and a member of the Islamic Moon Sighting Project. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has directed its delegates to observe the crescent moon for Dhu al-Hijjah on Tuesday. Eid Al......

Eid Al Adha 2025: Morocco prepares for crescent moon sighting

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has instructed regional delegates to observe the crescent moon for the month of Dhu al-Hijjah on Tuesday. This event is crucial as it determines the timing of Eid Al Adha, also known as Eid Al Kebir, which is anticipated to fall on June 7 this year. Dhu al-Hijjah is the......

Strategic Morocco-U.S. partnership amid new tariffs

Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas reaffirmed the significance of the Morocco-U.S. partnership in response to concerns over the newly imposed 10% tariffs by the U.S. administration. He described the alliance as strategic and multifaceted, emphasizing Morocco’s unique position as the only African......

Morocco’s Eid Sacrifice debate: Sheikh Benhamza calls for balance between faith and public welfare

Sheikh Mustapha Benhamza, a member of Morocco’s Supreme Council of Ulema, has urged a thoughtful and informed approach to discussions surrounding the regulation of Eid al-Adha’s sacrificial ritual. His remarks come in the wake of Morocco’s decision to cancel this year’s Eid sacrifice......

Livestock farmers in Dar Gueddari decry Eid sacrifice decision

During a field visit to the weekly market of Dar Gueddari, Walaw gathered citizens' opinions on the unexpected decision to forgo the traditional Eid al-Adha sacrifice ritual. The announcement has sparked widespread controversy, dividing opinions between those who view it as a progressive measure......