Mwinyi declares Islamic New Year a public holiday in Zanzibar

President of Zanzibar, Dr Hussein Mwinyi speaking during past event in the Isles. PHOTO | FILE

By  The Citizen Reporter

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What you need to know:

  • The current Muslim New Year 1444 started on July 30, 2022, according to the Muslim Council of Tanzania (Bakwata).

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