Wajir: Residents of Wajir perform Idd-Ul-Fitr prayers at Orahey grounds to mark the end of the Holy Month of Ramadhan on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Hundreds turned up for the event despite the current Kala-azar outbreak in the area that has left scores of people hospitalized.
According to Kenya News Agency, the annual prayers proceeded as planned with a large turnout, reflecting the community’s commitment to observing the end of Ramadhan. The event was held under health advisories due to the ongoing outbreak of Kala-azar, a disease that has been affecting the region. Local health authorities have been working to manage the situation while allowing residents to partake in the significant cultural and religious occasion.
Community leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining health precautions during the gathering. The event highlighted the resilience of the residents in the face of health challenges, as they expressed their faith and communal solidarity.