Saudi Arabia bars foreign pilgrims from Hajj due to COVID
Saudi Arabia says this year’s pilgrimage will be limited to 60,000 citizens and residents.
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One dose of COVID-19 is a must for Hajj pilgrims
Minister of Health Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah stressed that vaccination, even with one dose, is a requirement for performing this year's Hajj.
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60,000 vaccinated pilgrims residing in Saudi Arabia can perform Hajj this year
Authorities in Saudi Arabia have decided to allow 60,000 pilgrims of vaccinated citizens and residents who are already in the Kingdom to do this year's Hajj.
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Makkah governor inaugurates prototype of new public transport system
Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal on Saturday inaugurated the prototype of a public transport bus in Makkah. This will serve citizens as well as pilgrims and visitors of the holy city by introducing an integrated service system in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
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70,000 Nigerian Pilgrims May Miss 2021 Hajj
With the downsizing of the number of those to participate in this year's Hajj to a paltry 60, 000, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) is worried that the chances of about 70,000 intending Nigerian pilgrims making the spiritual journey to Saudi Arabia is slim.
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Bringing a smart development perspective to the future of Makkah
Advanced infrastructure, an integrated transportation system, and digital and innovative systems will enhance the quality of life and enrich the experience of pilgrims in Makkah, says developer Umma Alqura for Development and Construction
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Winners of the 12th Makkah Award for Excellence honored by governor in Jeddah
The recipients of the 12th Makkah Award for Excellence were honored by the region’s governor, Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, during a ceremony on Wednesday, at the Jeddah International Exhibition & Convention Center.
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Why Nigeria should cancel 2021 hajj ― Yellow Abubakar
The chairman, CEO Eminasta Travels and Tours, Alhaji Ahmed Yellow Abubakar has said that the 2021 hajj for foreign pilgrims is not feasible, advising the National Hajj Commission, NAHCON, to cancel the exercise in the interest of Nigerian pilgrims.
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Muslims Awaiting Word From Supkem on Hajj
Kenyan Muslims are yet to know whether they will be attending this year's hajj celebration as they await an official statement from the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (Supkem).
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Smart robot enters service to sterilize Grand Mosque
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has provided 10 smart robots to join the sterilization operations at the Grand Mosque
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2021 Hajj pilgrimage plans to be announced shortly
Announcements about this year’s Hajj could be made in the coming days as the Kingdom completes its assessments of the challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, said the acting Saudi minister of media, Dr. Majid Al-Qasabi.
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Indonesia cancels Hajj again amid concerns over COVID
Minister says the government will not allow Indonesians to travel for the Hajj due to coronavirus pandemic.
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