Eid al-Hajj, also known as Eid al-Adha, is a significant public holiday in Tanzania and across the Islamic world. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. In Tanzania, this day is marked by communal prayers, feasts, and the ritual sacrifice of livestock, with meat distributed to the needy. As a public holiday, government offices, banks, and most private businesses remain closed, leading to a temporary halt in domestic financial activity.
The date is determined annually based on the Islamic lunar calendar, falling on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. The exact Gregorian date is confirmed by local religious authorities following the sighting of the new moon.
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