The final 10 days of the fasting month of Ramadan, are to be declared government holidays starting next year.
This was announced during a press conference hosted by the President’s Office on Sunday, following a meeting President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu held with his Cabinet of Ministers.
Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Shaheeb confirmed the president’s decision to declare the concluding 10 days of Ramadan as government holidays from 2024 onwards.
This decision was reached following deliberations held on a paper submitted by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs during Sunday’s cabinet meeting.
This was done with a purpose of fostering Islamic values within the community as well as to encourage the public to enhance their engagement in religious practices.
This will also allow citizens to prioritize religious observances during the holy month.
The decision comes in accordance with one of the president’s presidential pledges.
