Republic of Ghana • Africa/Accra

Islamic Date Today in Ghana

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Office of the National Chief Imam of Ghana (ONCI) Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Accra).

Official ONCI Ghana Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Africa/Accra (UTC +)

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Office of the National Chief Imam of Ghana (ONCI) Standard • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Yau: Asabar

4 ga Jumada Sani 1448 AH

Ofishin Babban Limamin Kasar Ghana (National Chief Imam)

Calendar System Office of the National Chief Imam of Ghana (ONCI) Standard

Reference Point Ghana National Mosque Complex (Kanda, Accra) & Larabanga Mosque (1421 CE)

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Office of the National Chief Imam of Ghana (ONCI) & Hilal Committee

Major Cities & Regions in Ghana

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

Accra Greater Accra · National Capital & Ghana National Mosque (Kanda)

Accra

Kumasi Ashanti Region · Garden City & Kumasi Central Mosque

Kumasi

Tamale Northern Region · Major Muslim Commercial & Cultural Hub

Tamale

Sekondi-Takoradi Western Region · Twin Oil City & Coastal Port

Sekondi-Takoradi

Cape Coast Central Region · Historic Educational Capital

Cape Coast

Wa Upper West Region · Historic Palace of the Wa Naa & Central Mosque

Sunyani Bono Region · Agricultural Hub

Sunyani

Bolgatanga Upper East Region · Northern Craft & Trading Capital

Bolgatanga

Koforidua Eastern Region · Foothills of the Akuapem Ridge

Koforidua

Larabanga Savannah Region · Historic Larabanga Mud Mosque (1421 CE)

Larabanga

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Ghana (1448 AH)

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

Islamic Event	Hijri Date	Significance in Ghana
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 Ghana - 2D Motion Vector Illustration — Illustration The official Islamic lunar calendar system and the Hilal crescent moon in Ghana.

National Moon Sighting in Ghana

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Ghana

In Ghana, Muslims comprise approximately 20% of the population, anchored by the revered leadership of the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr. Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu. The Office of the National Chief Imam (ONCI) coordinates with the National Hilal Committee to determine official Islamic dates.

At a Glance: The Ghana Calendar in 3 Key Points

The National Chief Imam of Ghana proclaims the official start of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha for the entire country.
The historic Larabanga Mosque in the Savannah Region, built in 1421 CE, is the oldest mosque in Ghana and one of the oldest in West Africa.
The Ghana National Mosque Complex in Kanda, Accra (inaugurated in 2021) is the second-largest mosque in West Africa, holding 15,000 worshippers.

Office of the National Chief Imam (ONCI) & Hilal Committee

The National Hilal Committee gathers representatives from all major Muslim councils (Ahlussunna wal Jama'a, Tijaniyya, Shia, and Ahmadiyya). Regional observation reports from Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, and Wa are evaluated before public broadcasts.

Larabanga and the Earthen Heritage of the North

The Larabanga Mosque, built in the 15th century using whitewashed mud and timber, contains an ancient Quran copy from the 17th century. The northern regions (Northern, Savannah, Upper East, Upper West) possess centuries of Islamic scholarly tradition.

Day Transition Dynamics & Statutory Holidays

Ghana operates on UTC+0 (GMT) year-round. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are statutory public holidays under the Public Holidays Act of Ghana. Our digital date instrument updates at 12:00 AM midnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the Islamic date today in Ghana?

The Islamic date today in Ghana is calculated live according to the official determinations of the Office of the National Chief Imam (Africa/Accra).

Who is the National Chief Imam of Ghana?

Sheikh Dr. Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, an internationally celebrated centenarian Islamic scholar known as an icon of national peace and interfaith harmony.

What is the oldest mosque in Ghana?

The Larabanga Mosque in the Savannah Region, built in 1421 CE in the Sudano-Sahelian earthen style.

What is the largest mosque in Ghana?

The Ghana National Mosque Complex in Kanda, Accra, opened in 2021 with a capacity of 15,000 worshippers.

Are Islamic holidays national holidays in Ghana?

Yes, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are statutory paid public holidays under the Public Holidays Act of Ghana.

When does the date switch on this website?

At 12:00 AM midnight Accra time (UTC+0).

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