The Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, confirmed that Eid Al-Adha will indeed take place in Morocco this year. Speaking before the House of Representatives during the monthly session dedicated to the general policy of the Executive, he declared: "The Eid al-Adha feast will take place this year."
As Eid Al Adha approaches, the Ministry of Agriculture is preparing to face a possible increase in sheep prices in Morocco. The supply of sheep and goats for slaughter is estimated at 5.6 million heads, a figure equivalent to the demand, but 15% lower than last year. This situation could lead to a price increase of up to 25%.
Less than two months before Eid Al Adha, major uncertainties remain about the availability and price of sheep, the animal most prized by Moroccans for this holiday. This year, Morocco wants to import sheep, a decision that does not please the professionals in the sector.
A few weeks before the celebration of Eid Al-Adha, the government is mobilizing to meet the needs of the population. In total, one million head will soon be imported.
Municipal and regional cleaning services have often criticized the Muslim community in Belgium for the large number of sheep carcasses in the streets the day after the celebration of Eid Al-Adha.
A tragic accident occurred on Sunday, July 10, the day of the celebration of Eid al-Adha, in the commune of Sidi Allal Tazi, near Kenitra . The toll is three dead and several injured.
On the occasion of the celebration of Eid al-Adha, Benny Gantz, the Israeli Minister of Defense, addressed his wishes to King Mohammed VI and the Moroccan people.
Eid al-Adha is celebrated in a particular way in Belgium, a country that should have 1.149 million Muslims by 2030 according to the Pew Forum of Religion and Public Life.
Nearly 1,000 people (979 exactly), some of whom are in detention and others at liberty, convicted by various courts of the Kingdom, have been pardoned by King Mohammed VI , on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. Here are the details:
In France, the slaughter of sheep for the celebration of Eid Al Adha , scheduled for this Saturday, must comply with the regulations in force. A circular from the Departmental Directorate of Employment, Labor, Solidarity and Population Protection reminds of the rules and obligations.
On the eve of Eid Al-Adha, Moroccans are focused on buying the sheep and especially its price. The Ministry of Agriculture has provided the latest information from livestock sales points.
To prevent meat from deteriorating during Eid Al Adha, the National Office of Food Safety (ONSSA) has provided advice to follow after slaughter.