hajj 2024 Stories

Soaring temperatures scorch pilgrims on Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia
Reuters  |  Jun 19, 2024

Stampedes, tent fires and other accidents have caused hundreds of deaths during Hajj in the past 30 years, forcing the Saudi government to build new i...

Kenyan pilgrims raise concerns over poor Hajj services in Saudi Arabia
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 17, 2024

Kenyan pilgrims have complained about unfair treatment, citing crammed living spaces, inadequate bathroom facilities, and high transport costs, issues...

Hajj 2024: Somalia committee evaluates pilgrim accommodation in Makkah as travel begins
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 03, 2024

The Hajj Committee, established in October 2023 with nine members, is responsible for managing travel and logistics for pilgrims.

First group of Kenyan pilgrims departs for Hajj in Mecca
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 03, 2024

This departure marks the beginning of a phased travel plan for Kenyan pilgrims. In total, 3,300 Kenyans are expected to participate in this year's Haj...

Hajj 2024: Sheikh Maher Al-Muaiqly, the leader of this year's Arafat sermon
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 27, 2024

Sheikh Al-Muaiqly's duty this year underscores the significance of his roles in spreading Islamic teachings.

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