Why does Rajab 1447 start on 2025-12-22?

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 was not sighted, and the previous Hijri month was completed as thirty days.

Accordingly, Monday, 22 December 2025 was declared as the first day of Rajab.

How was this date determined?

Official announcement (original text)

There being NO confirmed reports of Moonsighting, Wifaqul Ulama SA has determined that the 1st of Rajab 1447 in South Africa will be on Monday (22 December 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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