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The Government of Ghana has declared Monday, 31st March, and Tuesday, 1st April 2025, as public holidays to allow for the full observance of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr festival. This announcement was made by the Ministry of the Interior, following the recognition that Sunday, 30th March 2025, the official date for Eid-ul-Fitr, falls on a weekend.
Eid-ul-Fitr, the Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan, is a significant occasion for Muslims in Ghana and worldwide. To ensure that Ghanaians have adequate time to celebrate, the government has issued an Executive Instrument (E.I.), extending the holiday to include Monday, 31st March, and Tuesday, 1st April 2025.
The announcement was made by Honourable Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, who confirmed that the additional holidays were declared in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601). This step was taken to provide the public with more time to partake in the festivities and spend quality time with family and friends.
In a statement, the Minister emphasized that the extended holidays were designed to ensure that every citizen, regardless of their weekend plans, could participate in the religious observances associated with Eid. The public holidays will be observed across the entire country.
The full text of the announcement reads:
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Declaration of Monday, 31st March 2025, and Tuesday, 1st April 2025, as Public Holidays
The general public is hereby informed that Sunday, 30th March 2025, or Monday, 31st March 2025, marks Eid-ul-Fitr, which is a statutory public holiday. However, due to the fact that 30th March 2025 falls on a Sunday, and in the interest of the public, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, by Executive Instrument (E.I.), has declared Monday, 31st March 2025, and Tuesday, 1st April 2025, as additional public holidays to be observed throughout the country.
Eid-ul-Fitr is a time of celebration, reflection, and charity, with many Muslims participating in prayers, feasts, and giving to those in need. The extended public holidays aim to ensure that all Ghanaians, both Muslims and non-Muslims, can enjoy this significant occasion.
Ghana’s diverse population will join in the festivities, underscoring the nation’s commitment to celebrating religious tolerance and inclusivity. The holidays provide an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect on the spirit of Eid, foster community bonds, and contribute to charitable causes.
As the country prepares for the celebrations, Ghanaians are encouraged to observe the holidays with respect and gratitude, embracing the joyous occasion with unity and peace.
