Hajj 2026: Madinah Dedicates Full Dialysis Hall for Hajj Pilgrims at King Fahad Hospital
The Madinah Health Cluster has set up a complete kidney dialysis unit to keep pilgrim patients in care throughout Hajj 2026.
Japanese Firm Builds Compact Prayer Room for Muslim Visitors
A welfare equipment maker in Okayama has created a wooden plug-and-place prayer unit after a staff member saw a Muslim friend struggle to find anywhere to pray.
Hajj 2026: Volunteer Jobs Open at Masjid an-Nabawi
Saudi residents and citizens can apply through the National Volunteer Work Platform to serve pilgrims in Madinah this Hajj season.
Hajj 2026: Hajj Robot To Help Pilgrims in 69 Languages
A robotic guide capable of conversing in 69 languages has gone live at one of Saudi Arabia’s largest land-entry reception centres ahead of Hajj 2026.
Hajj 2026: Makkah Opens Food Truck License Applications for Hajj
The Holy Capital Municipality begins accepting seasonal vehicle permits from May 5, with strict rules on locations, activities, and timelines.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Expands Cooling and Shade Areas in Arafat
Kidana completes phase two of the Mount Mercy shading project, giving five times more pilgrims access to cooled areas than last year.
Hajj 2026: Jamarat’s Cooling and Rest Areas Upgraded for Hajj
Saudi Arabia’s holy sites developer replaces 200 spray columns with modern misting fans and builds over 66,000 sqm of rest space for pilgrims.
Dugalica Mosque Reopens in Bosnia After 1992 Destruction
Ottoman-era mosque in Nevesinje restored to original design with Türkiye’s support, reopening draws hundreds of Bosniaks.
Hajj 2026: Nigerian Mother and Son Die in Road Crash 13 Days Before Hajj Flight
A Kano family loses two members just days before their planned journey to Makkah.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia to Cover Hajj Seasonal Worker Visa Costs
The state will pay for temporary work visas used by seasonal labour in the Hady and Adahi slaughter project.
Hajj 2026: First Hajj Pilgrims Groups Arrive in Saudi Arabia
First Hajj 2026 pilgrims land at Madinah Munawwarah airport to begin sacred journey.
Hajj 2026: Hajj Volunteer Registration Opens for Health Workers
Health Society opens Hajj volunteer sign-ups April 8-18, 2026 for practitioners and students with BLS certification.
Hajj 2026: Performing Hajj Without Permit May Lead to 100,000 SAR Fine
Saudi authorities introduce fines and deportation for Hajj permit violations to ensure pilgrim safety and order.
Madinah Hotels Ban Portable Gas Stoves and Cylinders
Ministry of Tourism prohibits gas stoves and cylinders in Madinah hotels and furnished apartments under new safety rules.
Indonesia Cuts Hajj 2026 Cost by Rp2 Million Per Pilgrim Despite Rising Fuel Prices
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has announced that Hajj 2026 costs will be reduced by Rp2 million per pilgrim — approximately US$117 — bringing the total to Rp87,409,366 (US$5,145) per pilgrim, despite significant increases in aviation fuel prices.