The city of Madinah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has once again taken centre stage on the global map after being officially re-certified as a ‘Healthy City’ by the World Health Organization (WHO), reaffirming its status as a global leader in urban health standards. This marks the second time the revered city has earned
Makkah, Saudi Arabia | July 30, 2025 — In a significant stride toward preserving Islamic heritage and enhancing the pilgrim experience, Saudi Arabia has launched an interactive Hijrah Train connecting the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. The initiative is designed to immerse travelers in the journey of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) during his historic migration
In a move that promises to transform the experience of pilgrims and visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi authorities have unveiled a state-of-the-art underground parking facility with a digital twist, a new mobile application called Mawgif, developed under the supervision of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This innovation allows users to conveniently
A Nigerian female pilgrim from Tsafe Local Government Area in Zamfara State has given birth to a healthy baby in Madinah less than 48 hours after arriving for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The delivery, which took place shortly after her arrival in the holy city, has attracted widespread attention among the Nigerian Hajj community. The
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
The first wave of Nigerian pilgrims has started arriving in the holy city of Madinah ahead of the 2025 Hajj rites, with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) fully mobilized to ensure a smooth and dignified reception process. According to updates from the NAHCON officials stationed in Saudi Arabia, the commission’s National Reception and
The city of Madinah has opened its arms once again to pilgrims from across the world, including thousands from Nigeria, providing a serene, secure, and well-organized environment as this year’s Hajj activities begin in earnest. Upon arrival at the Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Nigerian pilgrims were greeted with exceptional hospitality by Saudi authorities,
An Afghan woman participating in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage has delivered a baby girl in the holy city of Madinah, marking the first birth recorded during the 2025 Hajj season. The significant event occurred at the Maternity and Children’s Hospital within the King Salman Medical City complex, where the expectant mother was swiftly attended to
The 2025 Hajj season officially kicked off with the arrival of the first group of Chinese pilgrims in the holy city of Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims landed at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport to a warm reception from Saudi officials who ensured a seamless entry process. This milestone marks the beginning of a
