Morocco is preparing to change its legal time tonight. At two o’clock in the morning this Sunday, the clocks will have to be advanced by sixty minutes to display three o’clock, marking the official return to the GMT+1 time zone .
The holy month of Ramadan is ending in Morocco. The Eid Al Fitr holiday, marking the first day of the month of Chaoual 1447 of the Hijri calendar , will officially be celebrated this Friday, March 20, 2026, throughout the kingdom.
The official date of Eid al-Fitr in France will be set this Wednesday evening. The religious commission is meeting for the traditional Night of Doubt, marking the end of the sacred month of Ramadan for Muslim believers.
The surge in prices of agricultural products on Moroccan markets during Ramadan is causing great concern. Between climatic conditions, massive exports and the multiplication of intermediaries, professionals and consumer associations are clashing over the causes of this price spike.
The representative bodies largely agree on the date of Friday, March 20 to celebrate Eid al-Fitr in France. However, the uncertainty linked to the traditional lunar observation leaves the risk of a new division within the community.
Morocco celebrates the Night of Destiny, the spiritual climax of Ramadan. Between night prayers, traditional attire, and initiation rituals for children, this sacred vigil combines deep religious devotion with a unique cultural grounding.
As Eid approaches, the Moroccan custom of the "right to salt" animates the markets. This ancestral tradition allows husbands to express their gratitude to their wives for the daily preparation of the breaking-the-fast meals.
The fact of reserving seats in the front rows of mosques with personal objects is causing a lively debate in Morocco. Between the merit of being early and the principle of equality, the faithful are questioning the legitimacy of this practice.
During this Ramadan, fish prices have seen a marked increase in Morocco , particularly for sardines. Between irregular supplies and increased demand, the instability of prices on the markets complicates the daily lives of families and merchants.
Nine French Muslim associations have launched an appeal for consultation to harmonize the determination of the dates of the liturgical calendar in France. This initiative aims to avoid divergences in the upcoming announcement of Eid al-Fitr 2026.
The Supreme Council of Ulema announced on Wednesday that the amount of Zakat Al Fitr remains set at 23 dirhams for the year 2026. This charity can be paid in food or money before the celebration of Eid.
According to astronomical calculations, the month of Ramadan should last thirty days this year in Morocco. The celebration of Eid Al-Fitr would thus be expected on Saturday, March 21, subject to official confirmation based on the observation of the crescent moon.