President Uhuru Kenyatta joined Muslims in Nairobi at Jamia Mosque Thursday for prayers and an Iftar dinner.
A short video shared on social media shows the Commander-in-Chief decked out in white Islamic robe and cap while saying the prayers.
He bows while holding his knees consistent with the Islamic prayer called the Salah.
Uhuru has on various occasions called for coexistence between members of all faiths and his presence at the mosque was aimed at sending a symbolic message of togetherness.
Uhuru himself is a staunch Catholic.
Earlier in the day, he graced and presided over the National Prayer Breakfast that brought together leaders in a spirit of prayer.
Ten percent of the Kenyan population is said to profess the Islamic religion.
There have been claims of the discrimination of Muslims in the country, claims that the state has strongly rejected.
Tensions between Muslims and Christians have been reported in the past.
Last year, Jamhuri High School suffered unrest said to be religious in nature that left more than 30 students with injuries.
Muslims across the world have been observing the holy month of Ramadhan by engaging in acts of compassion and charity as demanded by the Quran.