By African View
As Eid al‑Adha unfolds on June 6, 2025, economic challenges have made the sacrifice ritual—unapologetically central to the festival—harder for many. But across the continent, community-led programs are stepping in, and their impact is being carried by real voices of compassion and solidarity.
In Nigeria: Religious Leaders Urge Collective Sacrifice
At Ogun State's Kara market, ram prices have tripled compared
to last year, leaving many families unable to afford the festival tradition apnews.comourmidland.com.
Still, community aid is stepping up. Scholar Sheikh Musa Ibrahim tells us:
“The sacrifice is not compulsory for those who genuinely cannot afford it… but we who can, have a duty to share.” ourmidland.com
In Kenya: Support Reaching Beyond Borders
In Nairobi, Muslim organizations have rallied to raise KES 5.4 million (≈ $35,000) for the Gaza‑Udhiyah program—slaughtering cattle in Egypt to send meat to Gaza, while ensuring local families receive their share eastleighvoice.co. keourmidland.com.
Ahmed Shariff, Chair of Voice of Palestine – Kenya, shares:
“This is not only about feeding the hungry—it is a stand against genocide and injustice.” youtube.com
Zanzibar/Tanzania: Qurbani by Collective Giving
In Zanzibar, the Assalam Community Foundation continues its annual Qurbani collective, enabling donors—starting at just €90—to ensure fresh meat reaches over 20,000 families through volunteer coordination allafrica.comweekendersmagazine.com.
These efforts bridge ritual and reach the vulnerable, delivering support with dignity.
Algeria: Government Action Amid Crisis
Facing severe drought and soaring livestock prices, Algeria is once again importing 1 million sheep—ensuring accessible cost and supply ahead of Eid, and supporting tradition with state-led aid according to the report by apnews.com.
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