Muslim Calendar: Start of Djumadal-Ula Month in Senegal on October 13, 2026

The Senegalese National Commission for Moon Sighting (CONACOC) announced the start of the month of Djumadal-Ula, also known as Rakkatu Gamou, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. This decision was made after no moon sighting was reported across the country, based on reports from 485 representatives across all regions and departments. No observations of the lunar crescent were recorded, leading to the official declaration. The meeting took place at RTS headquarters on October 11, with religious leaders and imams present.