Overwhelmed sellers, bargaining buyers, oversaturated atmosphere, loud matatus, and of course pickpockets moving about waiting for an unlucky Kenyan. Today, due to the effects of coronavirus pandemic, business is slow, streets are empty reflecting a shadow of its former self. There are no groups of women and children moving about excited to buy new clothes and supplies for the festival. Eid ul Adha is marked by prayers which are usually performed on the morning of Eid in congregation followed by offering a sacrifice. Despite the pandemic, this is a time to celebrate, to share with the needy and a time for prayer.

Source: Standard Digital July 30, 2020 10:16 UTC