Livestock markets closed nationwide as King Mohammed VI urges restraint in light of economic and environmental hardship, with royal palace to perform symbolic sacrifices instead.
In preparation for the upcoming Hajj season 1446/2025, Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted the issuance of new short-term visas—including business, e-tourist, and family visit visas—for citizens of 14 countries. This measure, effective from April 13, 2025, aims to better coordinate arrivals and ensure safety during the pilgrimage.
This project, “Promoting Employment through Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Mosques,” was organized by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) from 2015 to 2021 and funded by Germany’s Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).