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UAE announces holiday to mark Prophet's birthday

Friday, 7 August 2026 11:57

By ARN News Desk

The UAE has declared Friday, August 28, as a holiday for public and private sector workers to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).

The announcement was made on the official social media handle of the UAE Media Office.

The birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) is celebrated on the 12th day of Rabi Al Awwal.

عطلة المولد النبوي الشريف للجهات الحكومية الاتحادية والقطاع الخاص يوم الجمعة الموافق 28 أغسطس 2026.

The Prophet's Birthday holiday for the Federal Government and private sector will be observed on Friday, 28 August 2026. pic.twitter.com/t6ue8BphSw
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) August 7, 2026

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