Hajj 2027: 10 Countries With the Highest Quotas
Some countries have locked in official 2027 Hajj numbers, while others still work off last year’s figures as Saudi Arabia finalizes the full list.
Hajj 2027: How UK Pilgrims Should Register Now
Hajj 2027 is expected in May, and UK pilgrims must book only through Nusuk Hajj, the official Saudi platform.
Khalid Al-Faisal’s Term as Makkah Governor Extended by 4 Years
A royal order renews Prince Khalid Al-Faisal as Makkah Governor and royal adviser for four more years.
Hajj 2027: Makkah Opens Catering Contractor Applications for Hajj 2027
Makkah’s Holy Capital Secretariat has opened Hajj 2027 catering contractor applications via its Easha platform.
Saudi Forces Destroy Houthi Drone Near Makkah Al-Mukarramah on Sept 15
Saudi air defenses destroyed a Houthi drone south of Makkah on Tuesday, the second such attempt since 2017.
1,300-Year-Old Mosque Found in Saudi Arabia Mentions Prophet Muhammad
1,300-year-old mosque found in Al-Baha carries wall inscription honouring Prophet Muhammad ï·º
Commander of 1979 Makkah Grand Mosque Siege Dies at 86
Faleh bin Mohammed Al-Dhahiri, then a brigadier general, led the operation that ended the 1979 Makkah siege.
September 11–12, 2026: Quran Memory Review Program at Masjid an-Nabawi
Three tracks let hafiz reviewers refresh their memorization at Masjid an-Nabawi this Rabi’ al-Awwal.
Hajj 2027: Health Certificates Now Mandatory for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah requires health clearance certificates through Nusuk Masar before Hajj 2027 visas are issued.
Jeddah Airport Reaches ACI Level 4 in Customer Experience
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns Level 4 in ACI’s five-stage customer experience accreditation programme.
Madinah Approves Daily Opening of Women’s Prayer Halls in All Mosques
Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh approves daily women’s musallas in all Madinah mosques.
Quba Mosque Sets 10 Rules for Wedding Ceremonies
Al Madinah Region Development Authority limits guests, timing and photography for nikah ceremonies inside Quba Mosque.
Sheikh Al-Sudais Warns Against Mawlid Celebrations
Masjid al-Haram imam says celebrating the Prophet’s birthday has no basis in Islam and copies Christian practices.
Saudi Arabia’s Abdulrahman Muhammad and Algeria’s Jumana Shraitiyah Wins 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition
Saudi Arabia’s Abdulrahman Muhammad and Algeria’s Jumana Shraitiyah won the top prizes at the King Abdulaziz Quran Competition in Makkah.
Nusuk App Adds Live Crowd Levels for Tawaaf and Sa’ee
New Nusuk features help pilgrims track worship, check crowd levels, and book travel.