The 2025 Hajj pilgrimage officially came to a close on Sunday, June 8, as the last group of pilgrims bid farewell to Mina and made their final journey back to the Grand Mosque in Makkah to perform the “Tawaf al-Wadaa”, the farewell circumambulation, marking the end of this year’s spiritual journey. Pilgrims from across the
In response to forecasted soaring temperatures exceeding 45°C during the peak period of Hajj 2025, the Saudi Ministry of Health has issued directives requiring all pilgrims to remain inside air-conditioned tents from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. This precautionary measure aims to safeguard the health and well-being of the over 1.4 million pilgrims expected
As the countdown to the 2025 Hajj intensifies, Saudi Arabian authorities have issued a strong warning concerning extreme weather conditions anticipated during this year’s pilgrimage. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) in the Kingdom has forecasted scorching daytime temperatures ranging from 40°C to a blistering 47°C, marking what could be one of the hottest Hajj
In a heartwarming demonstration of honesty and moral uprightness, several Nigerian pilgrims performing the 2025 Hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have returned large sums of missing foreign currency, winning praise from officials, fellow pilgrims, and observers alike. The most recent incident involved Hajiya Zainab, a female pilgrim from Plateau State, who discovered a
As preparations intensify for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, officials from the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board have joined a high-level delegation from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and representatives from other state boards to inspect tents and accommodation facilities in Muna and Arafah, two critical locations for the Hajj rites in the
The inaugural group of pilgrims invited by Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz has arrived in the holy city of Mecca ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. This distinguished delegation comprises 305 individuals from 33 countries, marking the beginning of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Hajj. According to Abdullah Al Anzi,
In a significant step towards improving the digital experience of pilgrims, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced that all worshipers performing the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage corresponding to the Islamic year 1446 AH will be granted free access to high speed internet at all major holy locations, including the revered Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah and
In a bold stride toward blending faith with futuristic innovation, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has introduced a new wave of technological advancements at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, including the launch of a second-generation artificial intelligence-powered robot designed to provide Islamic guidance. The latest development, which aligns with the kingdom’s ongoing digital transformation agenda,
In a significant development aimed at enhancing healthcare services for Hajj 2025 pilgrims, the Madinah Health Cluster has unveiled a newly designated dialysis hall at the Kidney Center within King Fahd Hospital. This dedicated facility is specifically designed to cater to pilgrims suffering from kidney-related ailments, ensuring they can perform their religious rites with minimal
In what can only be described as an extraordinary display of faith, resilience, and personal conviction, a 26-year-old Belgian Muslim, Anas Al Razqi, has arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia after cycling more than 7,000 kilometres across 13 countries to fulfill his long-cherished dream of performing the Hajj pilgrimage. Commencing his solo journey at
