Calls for unity, peace and compassion for the less fortunate dominated Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations across Mombasa as Muslims marked the end of the holy month of Ramadhan.

Muslim leaders who spoke after the prayers stressed the remembrance of the less fortunate in society.

At Masjid Ummu Kulthum in Kizingo, religious leaders urged the faithful to uphold Islamic teachings while responsibly celebrating.

Sheikh Islam Muhammad emphasized the need to support the underprivileged, ensuring that everyone, regardless of social status, partakes in the festivities. "We should not exceed and go beyond the boundaries by engaging in bad deeds and other evil acts.