As the holy month of Ramadan 2026 approaches, Kuwait is entering a phase of intense preparation, not only spiritually but also logistically to ensure that Muslim worshippers can observe prayers comfortably and safely. Kuwait’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has announced that around 1,700 mosques across the country’s six governorates are being readied to welcome congregations for Taraweeh (night prayers) and other Ramadan rites.
Comprehensive Ramadan 2026 preparations across Kuwait
The Islamic month of Ramadan is woven into social and community life in Kuwait and governments are mobilising resources to uphold religious traditions while prioritising public safety and convenience. According to reports, the Ministry is finalising maintenance and service work at nearly 1,700 mosques to ensure they are fully equipped for the influx of worshippers during Ramadan. The work includes:
- Thorough cleaning of prayer halls and courtyards
- Servicing of infrastructure like air conditioning, sound systems and lighting
- Safety checks and repairs of electrical and civil systems
- Special attention to accessibility for women’s prayer areas and external courtyard expansions
- Coordination with health, fire and interior ministries to ensure emergency support and orderly crowd movement
Maintenance teams will be on duty around the clock throughout Ramadan this year, to address issues immediately and ensure mosques remain accessible and comfortable for all worshippers.
Community and safety at the heart of Ramadan 2026 preparations in Kuwait
Kuwait’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs is not just preparing physical spaces, it is also working in tandem with other government bodies to provide a holistic experience for worshippers during the holy month:
- Safety and security coordination with civil defence and interior ministries
- Emergency medical services ready at central prayer hubs
- Volunteer deployment to manage crowd flow at peak times
- Traffic regulation around large mosques to prevent congestion and enhance commuter safety
These measures reflect a growing emphasis on not just welcoming worshippers but also ensuring their well-being and dignity during intense spiritual practice, particularly in high-capacity mosques during Taraweeh and Laylat al-Qadr.
Regional trends in Ramadan 2026 preparations across the Middle East
Ramadan is much more than fasting from dawn to sunset. It is a month of communal gathering, prayer, reflection and charity. Mosques become epicenters of social and spiritual life, hosting night prayers, Quran recitations, charitable distribution and community iftars. The prep work underway in Kuwait underscores the importance of mosques as community anchors.
Clean, safe, well-organised prayer spaces boost participation in congregational prayers, especially for elders and families and make it easier for people across age groups to engage in the spiritual rhythm of Ramadan. Kuwait is not alone in ramping up preparations for Ramadan worshippers. Across the Gulf, ministries and religious affairs departments are undertaking similar efforts.
- In the UAE, preparations at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre include expanded parking and transport services ahead of Ramadan to serve millions of visitors.
- In Saudi Arabia, ministries issue pre-Ramadan guidelines to ensure mosques and prayer halls nationwide are ready and staffed throughout the month.
These coordinated activities reflect a shared regional priority of preserving Ramadan as a deeply religious, safe and communal experience for all Muslims. With the month of Ramadan nearly upon the region, Kuwait’s extensive preparations of covering 1,700 mosques, safety planning, infrastructure servicing and cross-agency coordination are setting the stage for a spiritually rich and orderly observance. These efforts demonstrate how government planning and community engagement come together to support traditions that are central to cultural and religious life during the holy month.
