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May 12, 2026

Hajj 2026: Masjid an-Nabawi Deploys Full Accessibility System for Special Hajj Pilgrims

Dedicated routes, wheelchair services, multilingual guidance teams, and smart navigation tools are in place to support elderly and disabled pilgrims at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) this Hajj season.

byMaisah

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May 12, 2026

Hajj 2026: Nigerian Governor Gives 200 Riyals and Free Ihram to Each Hajj Pilgrim

Kano State’s 3,620 pilgrims head to Saudi Arabia from May 14, with cash support, free Ihram, and a direct message from the governor to represent Nigeria with honour.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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May 11, 2026

Self-Driving Bus Launched at Quba Mosque

The Public Transport Authority tests a driverless shuttle on a 700-metre track inside the mosque’s inner courtyard as part of a 60-day trial.

byMaisah

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May 9, 2026

Hajj 2026: Trolley Bags Banned for Mina During Hajj

Pilgrims must leave extra luggage behind as officials enforce a strict one-bag rule for the journey to Mina.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Volunteer Roles Open at Masjid an Nabawi hajj 2026

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May 9, 2026

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.

byWarda Shahid

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May 7, 2026

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.

byWarda Shahid

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May 7, 2026

Hajj 2026: Makkah Schools Switch to Online Classes Due To Hajj

Schools in the holy city go remote as pilgrims begin arriving for Hajj 2026, with Eid al-Adha holidays two weeks away.

byMaisah

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May 6, 2026

Saudi Arabia Installs Smart Road Lights to Reduce Driver Fatigue During Hajj and Umrah

Saudi Arabia launched the Darbak Noor initiative to improve road safety for guests of Allah. It features 16 lasers and 1110 solar lights on the Makkah-Madinah road to reduce driver fatigue.

byMaisah

Hajj Education Course Launched at Quba Mosque for 200,000 Pilgrims hajj 2026

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May 6, 2026

Hajj 2026: Hajj Education Course Launched at Quba Mosque for 200,000 Pilgrims

36 scholars will teach Hajj rituals at Madinah’s Quba Mosque from 6 May until the end of Dhu al-Qa’dah 1447.

bySamira Yusuf

Makkah Opens Food Truck License Applications for Hajj 2026

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May 6, 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.

byWarda Shahid

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May 5, 2026

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.

byWarda Shahid

cooling umbrellas masjid namira hajj 2026

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May 5, 2026

Hajj 2026: High-Tech Cooling Umbrellas Installed Hajj Pilgrims at Masjid Namira

Arafat site features advanced sun protection for pilgrims during critical Hajj rituals.

bySamira Yusuf

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May 4, 2026

Hajj 2026: Malaysian Mother Gifts Son Hajj After Years of Savings

Eusoff Azman from Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, has expressed deep gratitude after being chosen to perform Hajj for the 2026 season, crediting his mother’s long-term planning and sacrifice for making the journey possible.

byMaisah

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May 4, 2026

Fact-Check: Were Hajj Pilgrims Sent Back Over Henna (Mehendi) Biometric Issue? No.

A false claim is circulating on social media saying women arriving at Madinah airport for Hajj were turned away because henna on their hands blocked fingerprint scans. This is not true.

byMohammad bin Abdullah