Ukraine Holds 25th National Quran Memorization Competition in Kyiv Despite Ongoing War

Ukraine Holds 25th National Quran Memorization Competition in Kyiv Despite Ongoing War
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Kyiv hosted the 25th edition of Ukraine’s annual National Quran Memorization Competition on November 7–8, 2026, bringing together participants of different ages in an event highlighting the continued activities of the country’s Muslim community despite the challenges caused by the ongoing war.

The competition took place at the Islamic Cultural Center in Kyiv under the supervision of the Ukrainian Quran Education Authority, in cooperation with the Religious Administration of Muslims of Ukraine “Ummah” and the Council of Muslims of Ukraine.

The opening ceremony was attended by ambassadors from several Arab and Islamic countries, representatives of Ukraine’s Department of Religious Affairs and Freedom of Conscience, religious leaders, Muslim community representatives and civil society organizations, as well as participants’ families.

The competition featured six categories, covering memorization of the entire Holy Quran, 15, 10, five and two parts, alongside a one-part category dedicated to children aged up to 10. Participants were evaluated by a three-member judging panel, which assessed their Quranic recitation and memorization skills over the two-day event.