In pictures: Muslims celebrate Eid-al-Adha
Also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, Eid-al-Adha is one of the most significant holidays in the Islamic calendar.
Muslims carrying a goat. Eid-al-Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's unwavering faith and his willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God, before God provided a ram as a substitute. (Credit: New Vision Reporters)
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Muslims around the world are celebrating Eid al-Adha today (Wednesday, May 27).
Also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, Eid-al-Adha is one of the most significant holidays in the Islamic calendar.
It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's unwavering faith and his willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God, before God provided a ram as a substitute.
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Prayers at UMSC National Mosque in Old Kampala
Muslims have turned out in big numbers for Eid Al Adha prayers at UMSC National Mosque in Old Kampala. Sheikh Dr Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, leads prayers. (Photos by Eddie Ssejjoba)
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Prayers at kibuli mosque
Prince Kassim Nakibinge Kakungulu arriving at Kibuli mosque to attend Eid Al Adha prayers. Prayers are being led by Supreme Mufti, Sheikh Muhammad Galabuzi. (Photos by Richard Sanya)
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Prayers at Mbale Supreme Muslim ground in Mbale city
Newly appointed state minister for public service and Women Member of Parliament, Mbale city, Lydia Wanyoto Mutende, with sereval faithfuls arriving to attend Eid Al Adha prayers at Mbale Supreme Muslim ground in Mbale city. (Photos by Paul Watala)
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Eid al-Adha prayers at Nakivubo Blue Primary School Play Ground
Sheikh Ahmed Haruna of Nakasero Mosque leading prayers for Eid al-Adha celebrations at Nakivubo Blue Primary School Play Ground in Kampala on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (Photo by Isaac Nuwagaba)
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Prayers at Soroti Sports Grounds
Muslims attending prayers at Soroti Sports Grounds. H.E. Sheikh Abubakar Umar Obilan, the Assistant Mufti of Teso and Karamoja, leading prayers. (Photos by Delux Emmy Alomu)
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Eid al-Adha celebrations in Mbuya-Nakawa
The Eid al-Adhacelebration in Mbuya-Nakawa has been led by the head of Nagulu-Bbiina County, Sheikh Musa Mutyaba, who urged Muslims to support Islam and raise their children with strong religious values, especially in matters of dress and conduct. (Photos by Edward Luyimbaazi)
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Kabarole Main Mosque in Fort Portal city
Sheikh Abdu Swaibu Tibenda, the county sheikh for Fort Portal, has urged newly elected leaders to remain connected to the people who voted for them so that they can understand and address their challenges. (Photos by Jonan Tusingwire)
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Muslims in the Teso sub-region used this year’s Eid Al-Adha celebrations to express joy and gratitude over the re-appointment of Jessica Alupo and other leaders from the region to President Yoweri Museveni’s new cabinet.
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Prayers in Bushenyi District
Muslims in Bushenyi District on Wednesday gathered at Bassajjabalaba for Eid al-Adha prayers. While addressing the faithful, Sheikh Abubakar Kiyimba urged them to be careful about Ebola disease. (Photos by Abraham Muganzi)
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Prayers at Kawempe Muslim Primary School
Sheikh Musitafah Mutyaba, who led prayers at Kawempe Muslim Primary School, asked the Muslims to emulate Prophet Ibrahim, who was faithful to God. (Photos by Paul Galiwango)
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Let the celebrations begin: What is Eid al-Adha if you do not slaughter an animal? (Photos by Eria Luyimbazi)
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