Ruto calls for peace and unity as Kenyans celebrate Eid al-Fitr
By Cynthia Lodite, March 20, 2026President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to embrace peace and unity in a heartfelt message to Muslims as they celebrate Eid al-Fitr.
In a statement on his official X account on Friday, March 20, 2026, Ruto joined Muslims in marking the conclusion of the sacred month of Ramadan, a period dedicated to sacrifice, prayer, reflection, and charity.
On his part, the Head of State called on Kenyans to embrace the values of faith, unity, and gratitude, which the festival embodies.
“We join the Muslim community in celebrating Eid al-Fitr following the sacred month of Ramadan, a time of sacrifice, devotion, prayer, charity, and reflection. May all acts of worship be accepted, hearts renewed and strengthened, and the spirit of faith continue to guide our nation and us,” Ruto said.
He further urged the importance of remembering the less fortunate and sharing kindness so all may partake in Eid blessings.
“Eid is a celebration of these virtues: faith, unity, and gratitude. As we rejoice, let us remember the less fortunate and share kindness so all may partake in its blessings. May this occasion bring peace to our hearts, harmony to our communities, and renewed hope for our nation. Eid Mubarak,” Ruto added.
Eid holiday
Meanwhile, Ruto’s heartwarming message came a day after the government declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to mark the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.
“IT IS notified for the general information of the public that, in exercise of the powers conferred by section 2 (1) of the Public Holidays Act, the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration declares that Friday, the 20th of March, 2026, shall be a public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr,” Murkomen said.
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The declaration, formalised through Gazette Notice No. 3955 under the Public Holidays Act (Cap. 110), paves the way for one of the most significant observances in the Islamic calendar.