Although not a first timer, performing the 2025 Hajj was evidently a profound experience, being one of the privileged guests of King Salman bin Abdulaziz.The trip which lasted for 16 days (May 27 to ...

Saudi Arabia unveils a new Kiswa for the Kaaba on the Islamic New Year, made with silk, gold, & silver in a centuries-old ...

The first batch of Ghanaian pilgrims returning from Mecca landed at the Yakubu Tali International Airport in Tamale, Northern Region, amidst loud cheers and praise for President John Dramani Mahama ...

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has reassured Nigerian pilgrims currently in Saudi Arabia and awaiting their return ...

This year, technology played a pivotal role. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reported more than 5.5 million electronic readings of the Nusuk Card, the digital credential used to streamline pilgrim ...

Pilgrims make the intention to perform the Hajj and they enter a state of “ihram.” Being in ihram includes abiding by certain rules and prohibitions. For instance, ...

On the pilgrimage's last day, which coincides with Eid Al Adha, its barbers typically handle 6,000 customers, said manager Imad Fawzi, an official employed by the Hajj organisation.

Pilgrims make the intention to perform the Hajj and they enter a state of “ihram.” Being in ihram includes abiding by certain rules and prohibitions. For instance, men are not to wear regular sewn or ...

The Hajj occurs once a year during the lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year. This year, the Hajj will start on June 4.

Amid intense heat and overwhelming emotions, Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid delivered the 2025 Arafat Day sermon on Thursday, June 5, 2025 (9 Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH), to a sea of white-clad ...