The Egyptian government designates Sunday September 15, corresponding to Rabi' al-Awwal 12, 1446 AH, an official paid holiday on Al Mawlid Al Nabawi occasion. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, issued a decision that Sunday will be an official paid holiday for employees in ministries, government agencies, public authorities, local administration units, public sector companies, public business sector companies, and private sector companies; on the occasion of the Prophet's birthday. Prophet Mohamed's birthday, also known as Mawlid, is commemorated in Rabi' al-awwal, the third month in the Islamic calendar. People in some Muslim countries including Egypt celebrate the occasion by buying different kinds of sweets and holding public gatherings. Source: State Information Service Egypt
Al-Sayeh Engages with WHO Libya Office on Health Initiatives
October 9, 2026
Abu Dhabi:Al-Sayeh Haider Al-Sayeh, Head of the National Center for Disease Control (NCDC), met with WHO Representative Shible Sahbani to discuss methods for strengthening national disease control efforts, aiming to enhance health services for the Lib…