Ramadan in Cape Town is a special time for the Muslim community, which is one of the largest in South Africa. The holy month of Ramadan is marked by fasting from dawn until sunset, increased prayer and spiritual reflection, and acts of charity and goodwill.
Throughout the month, mosques across Cape Town are filled with worshippers attending Taraweeh prayers, which are held after the evening meal, and pre-dawn prayers, known as Fajr. The city’s vibrant Muslim neighborhoods, such as Bo-Kaap, come alive with the sounds of the call to prayer and the aroma of traditional dishes being prepared for iftar.
In addition to the spiritual significance of Ramadan, the month is also a time for community and family gatherings. Many families come together to break their fast and share meals, and in the days leading up to Eid al-Fitr, the celebration marking the end of Ramadan, homes are decorated and festive preparations are made.
During Ramadan, the people of Cape Town also demonstrate their generosity and compassion by giving to those in need. Many charitable organizations and individuals distribute food and other essential items to the less fortunate, reflecting the values of compassion and empathy that are central to Islam. Overall, Ramadan in Cape Town is a time of reflection, celebration, and unity for the city’s Muslim community.
Ramadan 2023 in Cape Town started on 23 March 2023 this year. The complete calendar of Ramadan in Cape Town 2023 is uploaded here with complete sehri and iftar time.
Ramadan Calendar 2023 Cape Town
| Day | SEHRI | IFTAR | DATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 05:27 AM | 6:55 PM | 23 Mar 2023 |
| 2 | 05:28 AM | 6:54 PM | 24 Mar 2023 |
| 3 | 05:29 AM | 6:52 PM | 25 Mar 2023 |
| 4 | 05:30 AM | 6:51 PM | 26 Mar 2023 |
| 5 | 05:30 AM | 6:50 PM | 27 Mar 2023 |
| 6 | 05:31 AM | 6:48 PM | 28 Mar 2023 |
| 7 | 05:32 AM | 6:47 PM | 29 Mar 2023 |
| 8 | 05:33 AM | 6:45 PM | 30 Mar 2023 |
| 9 | 05:34 AM | 6:44 PM | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 10 | 05:34 AM | 6:43 PM | 01 Apr 2023 |
| 11 | 05:35 AM | 6:41 PM | 02 Apr 2023 |
| 12 | 05:36 AM | 6:40 PM | 03 Apr 2023 |
| 13 | 05:37 AM | 6:39 PM | 04 Apr 2023 |
| 14 | 05:37 AM | 6:37 PM | 05 Apr 2023 |
| 15 | 05:38 AM | 6:36 PM | 06 Apr 2023 |
| 16 | 05:39 AM | 6:35 PM | 07 Apr 2023 |
| 17 | 05:40 AM | 6:34 PM | 08 Apr 2023 |
| 18 | 05:40 AM | 6:32 PM | 09 Apr 2023 |
| 19 | 05:41 AM | 6:31 PM | 10 Apr 2023 |
| 20 | 05:42 AM | 6:30 PM | 11 Apr 2023 |
| 21 | 05:42 AM | 6:28 PM | 12 Apr 2023 |
| 22 | 05:43 AM | 6:27 PM | 13 Apr 2023 |
| 23 | 05:44 AM | 6:26 PM | 14 Apr 2023 |
| 24 | 05:44 AM | 6:25 PM | 15 Apr 2023 |
| 25 | 05:45 AM | 6:23 PM | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 26 | 05:46 AM | 6:22 PM | 17 Apr 2023 |
| 27 | 05:46 AM | 6:21 PM | 18 Apr 2023 |
| 28 | 05:47 AM | 6:20 PM | 19 Apr 2023 |
| 29 | 05:48 AM | 6:19 PM | 20 Apr 2023 |
| 30 | 05:49 AM | 6:18 PM | 21 Apr 2023 |
