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CONACOC announces crescent moon sighting, clarifies Tabaski date
via SeneNews1 min read
The National Commission for the Observation of the Lunar Crescent CONACOC announced the sighting of the lunar crescent on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in several localities across Senegal. Following the collection and verification of information from its representatives, the Commission confirmed the observations in consultation with religious families and imams from various regions. Based on this, Sunday, April 19, 2026, has been established as the first day of Dhul Qa’da, a month in the Muslim calendar that precedes Dhul Hijja. This step is crucial for determining religious dates, particularly Tabaski, which is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhul Hijja, according to the lunar calendar. Following this cycle, Dhul Hijja is expected to begin approximately 29 or 30 days after April 19, around May 18 or 19, 2026. The Tabaski festival would then occur about ten days later, placing the provisional date for Eid al-Adha around May 28 or 29, 2026.
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