Monday, June 17, 2024, will be a public holiday in Cameroon, an announcement made by President Paul Biya ahead of the Muslim feast of Tabaski, also called Eid al-Adha, which will start on June 16.
The feast, which rounds off the weeklong annual pilgrimage to Mecca, commemorates Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ishmael in obedience to God (Allah).
According to Biblical and Koranic traditions, just as Abraham was about to sacrifice his son, God provided a lamb which he slaughtered and spared his son’s life.
The feast of Tabaski commemorates faith, devotion and obedience to Allah.
The feast is celebrated on the 10th day of the lunar month of Dhul-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar, and it coincides with the end of the Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.
To mark this feast, Muslims who can afford are required to slaughter an animal – a sheep, goat, Carmel or cow – to symbolize Abraham’s sacrifice. The meat is divided into three parts: one for family, one for neighbours and friends and the other for the needy. The feast is also marked by lavish dressing, merrymaking, and acts of love.
Millions of Cameroonians will be partaking in the celebration, including thousands of Cameroonian pilgrims who are attending the Hajj in Mecca.
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