Republic of Angola (República de Angola) • Africa/Luanda

Islamic Date Today in Angola

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (COIA) Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Luanda).

Padrão Oficial Comunidade Islâmica de Angola

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Africa/Luanda (UTC +)

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (COIA) Standard • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Hoje: Sábado

4 de Jumada al-Thani de 1448 H

Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (COIA)

Calendar System Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (COIA) Standard

Reference Point Mesquita Central de Luanda & Cacuaco Mosque

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (COIA)

Major Cities & Regions in Angola

All regions across Angola observe the official national Hijri date shown above:

Luanda Luanda Province · National Capital & Mesquita Central de Luanda

Luanda

Lubango Huíla Province · Southern Highland Metropolis

Lubango

Huambo Huambo Province · Central Plateau Capital

Huambo

Benguela Benguela Province · Historic Atlantic Coastal Port

Benguela

Cabinda Cabinda Province · Northern Petroleum Exclave

Cabinda

Lobito Benguela Province · Major Atlantic Deepwater Port

Lobito

Malanje Malanje Province · Gateway to Kalandula Falls

Malanje

Namibe Namibe Province · Southern Desert Coast Port

Namibe

Soyo Zaire Province · Congo River Mouth Petroleum Hub

Soyo

Uíge Uíge Province · Northern Coffee Capital

Uíge

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Angola (1448 AH)

Muslims across Angola track official moon sighting declarations for major religious observances, particularly Ramadan and the two Eids:

Islamic Event	Hijri Date	Significance in Angola
Start of Ramadan Holy Month	1 Ramadan 1448 AH	Nationwide fasting begins; special nightly Taraweeh prayers across mosques
Laylat al-Qadr 27th Night	27 Ramadan 1448 AH	The Night of Power, marked by night vigils, Qiyam al-Layl, and Quran recitation
Eid al-Fitr Celebration	1 Shawwal 1448 AH	Official celebration marking the blessed conclusion of the fasting month of Ramadan
Day of Arafah Pinnacle of Hajj	9 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Recommended voluntary Sunnah fasting day as pilgrims assemble on Mount Arafat
Eid al-Adha Feast of Sacrifice	10 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Feast of the Sacrifice; communal morning Eid prayers and Qurbani / Udhiyah
Islamic New Year New Hijri Year	1 Muharram 1449 AH	Beginning of the new Hijri lunar year and commemoration of the historic Hijrah
Day of Ashura Sunnah Fast	10 Muharram 1449 AH	Recommended voluntary fasting day commemorating the deliverance of Prophet Musa (AS)

Islamic Date Today in Angola - 2D Motion Vector Illustration — Illustration The official Islamic lunar calendar system and the Hilal crescent moon in Angola.

Calendário Lunar Islâmico em Angola

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Angola

In Angola, an active Muslim community of several hundred thousand believers, composed of Angolan converts and residents from West Africa, Lebanon, and Somalia, coordinates lunar calendar tracking through the Islamic Community of Angola (COIA).

At a Glance: The Angola Calendar in 3 Key Points

The Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (COIA) coordinates prayer timetables and lunar dates from Luanda.
The Central Mosque of Luanda serves as the primary religious and community gathering point.
The civil date updates at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Luanda, UTC+1), while religious rites commence at sunset.

The Islamic Community of Angola (COIA)

COIA coordinates mosques and prayer centers in Luanda, Benguela, Huambo, and Cabinda. The community relies on verified astronomical coordinates and regional sightings from Mozambique and West Africa.

Luanda's Cosmopolitan Muslim Presence

The capital Luanda hosts numerous prayer halls and commercial establishments, with community welfare programs providing support during Ramadan and Eid.

Day Transition Dynamics & Timezone

Angola operates on West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1). The liturgical day begins at Maghrib sunset, while digital dates update at 12:00 AM midnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding the observation of the Islamic calendar, moon sighting, and prayer timings in Angola:

What is the Islamic date today in Angola?

The Islamic date today in Angola is calculated live according to the official standard of the Comunidade Islâmica de Angola (Africa/Luanda).

Where is the primary mosque in Angola?

The Central Mosque of Luanda, located in the capital city of Luanda.

How many Muslims live in Angola?

Estimated between 100,000 and 300,000 Muslims reside in Angola, comprising both Angolan citizens and foreign residents.

What timezone is observed in Angola?

Angola observes West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1) all year round.

How are Ramadan and Eid dates confirmed in Angola?

Local observations in Luanda are confirmed in alignment with regional Islamic astronomical standards in Southern and West Africa.

When does the date switch on this website?

At 12:00 AM midnight Luanda time (UTC+1).

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