S'wak allows Friday prayers in mosques, but not Hari Raya prayers


KUCHING: Sarawak will allow Friday prayers to be held in mosques and surau in the state starting May 22, subject to certain conditions.

Sarawak Islamic Council president Datuk Misnu Taha (pic) said the number of people allowed was limited to a minimum of four and not more than 12, and they must be officials and committee members of the mosque or surau.

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