Muslims set to begin the holy month of Ramadhan this week

Muslims across the world are set to start observing the holy month of Ramadhan this week, a period of fasting and prayers.

Muslim faithful will begin fasting either Thursday or Friday, depending on the sighting of the new crescent moon or 30 days’ completion of the month of Shaaban.

The month of Ramadhan a month when Muslims reach out to people, giving charity throughout the fasting season.

Fasting is compulsory upon every Muslim male or female, but exemptions include children under the age of puberty, insane people, men and women who are too old to undertake the obligation of fasting.

Adequate security

Imam of Lutta Mosque in Mombasa Sheikh Naaman Othman explained that the first 10 days of Ramadan are mercy, the middle 10 days are forgiveness and the last 10 days are salvation.

Mombasa acting County Commissioner Ronald Mwiwawi has assured residents of adequate security during Ramadhan.