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Ramadan Start South Africa 2027 Countdown

Event Details

Religious Observance
Monday, 8 February 2027
South Africa

Ramadan Start South Africa 2027 Countdown will fall on Monday, 8 February 2027 in South Africa — a standout religious observance bringing people together.

The start of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a profoundly significant period for Muslim communities worldwide, including in South Africa. Ramadan is expected to begin on Monday, February 8, 2027 (the exact date is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon). This holy month is dedicated to fasting from dawn until sunset, prayer, reflection, and community. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs as a means of spiritual purification, self-discipline, and drawing closer to God. It is a time for increased devotion, reading the Quran, and performing acts of charity. Families and communities gather for Iftar, the breaking of the fast after sunset, sharing meals and strengthening bonds. Ramadan fosters immense spiritual growth, empathy for the less fortunate, and a heightened sense of communal solidarity. It is a period of intense spiritual commitment and a cornerstone of Islamic practice, deeply observed across South Africa.