Why does Muharram 1447 start on 2025-06-27?

This Hijri date is based on the official moon sighting announcement in ZA.

Wifaqul Ulama of South Africa
National body coordinating moon sighting announcements in South Africa.

Explanation

According to Wifaqul Ulama of South Africa, the crescent moon marking the beginning of Muharram was sighted based on verified reports.

As a result, Friday, 27 June 2025 was declared as the first day of Muharram.

How was this date determined?

Official announcement (original text)

Subsequent to confirmed reports of Moonsighting, Wifaqul Ulama SA has determined the first of Muharram 1447 in South Africa to be on Friday (27 June 2025). Aashura (10 Muharram) will therefore correspond to Sunday, 6 July 2025.

Why dates may differ

Hijri months are determined by moon sighting practices, which may vary between countries and authorities. Alhabib reports official announcements without issuing religious rulings.

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