Mozambique Muslims pray for peace on Eid

Some Muslim families in the Mozambican capital, Maputo, have called for unity among Mozambicans. This comes at a time when armed violence is plaguing some provinces of central and northern Mozambique.

Dressed in colourful evening clothes worshippers gathered together to celebrate the day.

For the Sau family, Eid is more than celebration. It is also a time to reflect on what is going on around them.

Zaira Sau described this moment as one of joy and also of great sadness because of the armed violence and the Covid-19 pandemic.

She prayed for the displaced families of Cabo Delgado province, who, becaue of militant attacks, cannot fully enjoy Eid.

In Mafalala, a neighbourhood with many Muslims, the Ali family decided to bring relatives together to pray for an end to wars.

But they also thanked God for their health and for keeping them safe until today.

This article originally appeared on BBC News

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