Korité

Korité in Senegal marks Eid al-Fitr, the celebration at the end of Ramadan.

It is one of the country’s most important religious holidays and is associated with prayer, family reunion, and festive meals.

The day is central to the Islamic holiday calendar and to public life in Senegal.

The holiday matters because it celebrates the completion of Ramadan and reinforces values of gratitude, charity, and community.

It also serves as a major social and religious gathering point across the country.

People typically observe Korité by attending prayers, visiting family, sharing meals, and giving charity or gifts.

A meaningful observance centers on worship, generosity, and time with family and community.