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UAE President marks Prophet’s birthday with message of humanity, goodwill
The birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) falls today, while Friday has been declared a public holiday for both the public and private sectors
- PUBLISHED: Tue 25 Aug 2026, 9:31 AM
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated residents of the UAE on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), highlighting the values of mercy, goodwill and unity that continue to shape his legacy.
He described the occasion as a time to reflect on the Prophet’s enduring legacy and the values of humanity, kindness and love that continue to inspire people around the world, while praying for peace, stability and security for all peoples.
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UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan also extended his greetings on the occasion, recalling the Prophet’s legacy of mercy, love and tolerance and the importance of making goodness a noble pursuit. He prayed for the UAE and its people to remain safe and secure, and for peace and stability across the region and the world.
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Meanwhile, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated residents on the blessed occasion, extending his wishes to the Islamic community and praying for safety, security, stability and well-being across the region and the world.
Prophet's birthday in UAE
In the UAE, the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) falls on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, following the start of the new Hijri month on August 14 after the crescent moon was sighted earlier this month.
To mark the occasion, Friday, August 28, has been declared a public holiday for both the public and private sectors. As a result, UAE employees who have Saturday and Sunday as their regular days off will enjoy a three-day weekend. Public sector employees in Sharjah already have Fridays off as part of their regular weekend.
The long weekend also comes during the final week of the school summer break, with the 2026–27 academic year scheduled to begin on August 31.
