Ramadan with International Islamic Youth League

Millions of people across African continent go hungry every year during Ramadan. While many of us cook big iftar meals, others have nothing to eat to break their silence. It has been days since some families have had any food.

As Ramadan approaches, I want to share an important cause that truly matters. The International Islamic Youth League has been providing vital support to those in needs since 1991, and your help can make a real difference. Every donation goes directly to those facing crises, offering them hope and resilience during this sacred month. Please consider clicking the link below to donate or share it with others who might want to contribute. Thank you for your kindness!

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International Islamic Youth League IIYL is a Code of Conduct signatory with International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement IFRC, since 2015 our organisation has been awarded with a special accreditation to the United National Economic and Social Council (ECOSCOC), IIYL is a full members of CHS Alliance, Sphere Association, International Humanitarian Studies Association (IHSA), NCD Alliance, IIYL also Accredited with the International Youth Federation (IYF member of the Union of NGOs of Islamic World, IIYL is also a full member INGOs Forum in Ghana and Ghana Philanthropy Forum.

This Ramadan, International Islamic Youth League is continuing its life-saving work across Africa, making sure your donations get to those who need them most. Since 1991, International Islamic Youth League has been a beacon of hope for those facing crisis.

Each day we work together with you, and together with the rights holders we support, to carve a new path – a path of resilience and safety for millions of people. In their most dire moments, we are there for people in need; we’re often the first to respond and we reach communities that others cannot.

We know the weight of our responsibilities to those we serve, to you, and ultimately to Allah (SWT).

Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar.

Healthy adult Muslims fast during the month of Ramadan from dawn until dusk. Therefore this includes abstaining from drinking, eating, immoral acts and anger. Other acts of worship such as prayer, reading the Qur’an and charity are also encouraged during the holy month.

When is Ramadan 2026?

Ramadan in 2026 is expected to begin on Tuesday 17 February 2026, and end on the evening of Wednesday 18 March 2026, depending on the sighting of the moon.

When was Ramadan 2025?

This year, Ramadan began on Friday 28 February 2025, and ended on the evening of Sunday 30 March 2025.

When will Ramadan start in 2026?

Ramadan officially begins when the Islamic month of Shaban ends, and the new moon of Ramadan is sighted. The next Ramadan is expected to begin on Tuesday 17 February 2026

When will Ramadan end in 2026?

Eid al-Fitr, the Muslim celebration, officially marks the end of Ramadan. The exact timing is based on the sighting of the moon. Eid al-Fitr officially begins at the start of the Islamic month of Shawwal. Next Ramadan is expected to end on the evening of Wednesday 18 March 2026 depending on the sighting of the moon.

When to stop fasting Ramadan 2026?

The last day of fasting for Ramadan 2026 will be Wednesday 18 March, depending on the sighting of the moon. Unlike the Gregorian calendar we use today, the Islamic calendar operates on the lunar cycle. This means that all significant days in the Islamic calendar appear to shift forward approximately 11 days each year. Therefore, the sighting of the moon determines the end of the month–long period of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid.

What happens if you miss a fast during Ramadan?

If you’ve missed any fasts out of necessity and will never be able to fast to make up the lost days afterwards, you’re required to pay fidya (fidyah). For any other missed fasts you will need to make them up. For any fasts broken deliberately without need in the Hanafi madhab you would need to make up the fast and also pay kaffarah. In the Hanbali and Shafi madhabs you would need to make up the fast and only pay kaffarah if it was broken by marital relations.

When is Eid ul Fitr 2026?

In 2026, Eid ul-Fitr is likely to take place on Wednesday 18 March 2026, depending on the sighting of the moon.

However, as with each day in the Islamic calendar, the next day begins after Maghrib prayer (just after sunset) of the same day. Therefore, Eid technically begins after the moon has been sighted (which is likely to be on Wednesday 18 March), but Eid prayers and celebrations take place the following day which will be Thursday 19 March 2026.

When is Laylatul Qadr?

Laylatul Qadr, also referred to as the Night of Power, is one of the most important and sacred nights in the Islamic calendar. With Ramadan upon us, we can find Laylatul Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan. Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him) said: “search for the night of Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan.”

Ramadan Sadaqah

The Prophet (PBUH) would give charity throughout the year but increase his sadaqah during Ramadan. Ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) said, “The Prophet (PBUH) was the most generous of people, and he was most generous during Ramadan.” (Bukhari)

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hat is Zakat al Fitr (Fitrana)?

Zakat al Fitr (also known as Fitrana) is a charitable donation of food that must be given before Eid prayer, before the end of the month of Ramadan, for the love of Allah. Zakat al Fitr is compulsory upon every self-supporting adult Muslim who has food in excess of their needs, on behalf of themselves and their dependants.