Republic of South Sudan • Africa/Juba

Islamic Date Today in South Sudan

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official South Sudan Islamic Council Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Juba).

Official South Sudan Islamic Council Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Africa/Juba (UTC +)

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

South Sudan Islamic Council Standard • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Al-yom: Yom Sebit

4 Jumada al-Akhira 1448 Hijriya

Majlis Al-Islami Ta Jonub Sudan (Juba)

Calendar System South Sudan Islamic Council Standard

Reference Point Juba Central Mosque (Kator) & White Nile Sighting Stations

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body South Sudan Islamic Council (SSIC)

Major Cities & Regions in South Sudan

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

Juba Central Equatoria · National Capital & Juba Central Mosque

Juba

Wau Western Bahr el Ghazal · Historic Commercial & Islamic Center

Wau

Malakal Upper Nile · Historic White Nile Port City

Malakal

Yei Central Equatoria · Agricultural Hub near Uganda Border

Yei

Yambio Western Equatoria · Historic Azande Kingdom Capital

Yambio

Torit Eastern Equatoria · Capital of Eastern Equatoria

Torit

Rumbek Lakes State · Major Central Cattle Heartland Hub

Rumbek

Bor Jonglei · Historic Sudd Wetland Port on White Nile

Bor

Aweil Northern Bahr el Ghazal · Northern Commercial Crossroads

Aweil

Bentiu Unity State · Northern Petroleum Center

Bentiu

Key Islamic Events & Dates in South Sudan (1448 AH)

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

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

National Moon Sighting in South Sudan

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in South Sudan

In South Sudan, Muslims make up approximately 6% to 10% of the population, with historic centers in Juba, Wau, Malakal, and Yei. The South Sudan Islamic Council (SSIC) coordinates lunar calendar determinations and crescent sightings.

At a Glance: The South Sudan Calendar in 3 Key Points

The South Sudan Islamic Council (SSIC) oversees moon sighting committees in Juba, Wau, and Malakal.
Wau in Western Bahr el Ghazal has long been a premier historical center of Islamic and Arabic scholarship in the South.
The civil date updates at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Juba, UTC+2), while religious rites commence at sunset.

South Sudan Islamic Council (SSIC)

Under the leadership of the Secretary-General of the SSIC, the council works in close partnership with regional imams. On the 29th of each lunar month, sighting committees check the western horizon along the White Nile.

Wau and Malakal — Historic River Communities

Wau and Malakal maintain long-standing mosques, madrasas, and community networks where Arabic serves as a widely understood regional language alongside local indigenous tongues.

Day Transition Dynamics & Timezone

South Sudan observes Central Africa Time (CAT, UTC+2). Daily fasts start at Fajr dawn and conclude 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 South Sudan:

What is the Islamic date today in South Sudan?

The Islamic date today in South Sudan is calculated live according to the official decrees of the South Sudan Islamic Council (Africa/Juba).

What is the primary Muslim organization in South Sudan?

The South Sudan Islamic Council (SSIC), which represents the Muslim community nationally and coordinates with government authorities.

Which city in South Sudan has the longest Islamic heritage?

Wau in Western Bahr el Ghazal has historically been the primary center of Islamic learning and commerce in the southern region.

What percentage of South Sudan's population is Muslim?

Approximately 6% to 10% of the population of South Sudan is Muslim.

Are Islamic holidays recognized in South Sudan?

Yes, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are officially recognized public holidays in South Sudan.

When does the date switch on this website?

At 12:00 AM midnight Juba time (UTC+2).

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