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From Mecca to Kenya, it is Idd like no other

A view of Kaaba as Muslim pilgrims keeping social distance perform Tawaf during the annual Hajj pilgrimage amid the coronavirus in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia yesterday.

As the sun permeates the dark skies of Nairobi, Kiamaiko Market is a beehive of activity.

Located eight kilometres from the city’s Central Business District, the hub for goat and sheep selling in the country is headed for another busy day.

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