Wifaqul Ulama of South Africa
National body coordinating moon sighting announcements in South Africa.
National body coordinating moon sighting announcements in South Africa.
This Hijri date is based on the official moon sighting announcement in ZA.
According to Wifaqul Ulama of South Africa, the crescent moon was not sighted, and the previous Hijri month was completed as thirty days.
Accordingly, Wednesday, 21 January 2026 was declared as the first day of Shaban.
Hijri months are determined by moon sighting practices, which may vary between countries and authorities. Alhabib reports official announcements without issuing religious rulings.