The government has officially declared Wednesday, May 27, 2026, a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant celebrations in the Islamic calendar.
In a gazette notice published by the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the holiday under powers granted by the Public Holidays Act.
“It is notified for the general information of the public that, in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 (1) of the Public Holidays Act, the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration declares that Wednesday, the 27th May, 2026, shall be a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Adha,” the gazette notice stated.
The declaration was made through Gazette Notice No. 7653 and dated May 25, 2026.
Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a major religious celebration observed by Muslims worldwide in remembrance of Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and willingness to sacrifice in obedience to God.
The public holiday will allow Muslims across Kenya to join in prayers, family gatherings, and charitable activities that mark the occasion.
The Ministry of Interior said the notice was issued for the general information of the public, officially setting aside the day as a national holiday.
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