Egyptian pilgrims in Mecca Stories

Egypt cracks down on tourism companies after Hajj deaths
Reuters  |  Jun 23, 2024

Medical and security sources say at least 672 Egyptians died during this year's Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, with 31 deaths confirmed as being the result...

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...

Millions of Pilgrims reflect on Prophet Muhammad's farewell sermon at Mount Arafa
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 15, 2024

In the last year of his life, the Prophet (peace be upon him) informed the Muslims that he would be performing Hajj that year.

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.

500 Somali pilgrims arrive in Mecca to begin Hajj journey
Yunis Dekow  |  May 24, 2024

On Thursday, 500 pilgrims touched down in Saudi Arabia, with 11,000 Somalis anticipated to participate in this year's pilgrimage to Mecca.

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