Grand Mosque expansion advances as King Salman Gate takes shape
Saudi Arabia is advancing major expansion works at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, raising capacity toward 1.85 million worshippers, alongside the vast new King Salman Gate project.
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Makkah airport and metro plans advance to ease pilgrim travel
Saudi Arabia is moving ahead with plans for a dedicated Makkah airport and metro network, alongside expanded facilities around the Grand Mosque and in the holy sites, to handle rising numbers of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Grand Mosque adds dedicated passages and transport for elderly pilgrims
The authority for the Two Holy Mosques has expanded services for elderly and disabled worshippers at the Grand Mosque, adding dedicated passages, electric transport for Tawaf and Sa'i, and accessible prayer areas.
Saudi Arabia forecasts hotter-than-normal August for pilgrims
The National Centre for Meteorology forecasts above-average August temperatures and stronger winds across Saudi Arabia, prompting heat-safety guidance for Umrah pilgrims in Makkah and Madinah.
Saudi Arabia builds Mecca waste city to serve pilgrims for decades
Saudi Arabia is building an 8.5 million square metre Waste Processing City south of Mecca, due for completion by the end of 2027, to serve the holy city and its pilgrims for up to 60 years.
Grand Mosque launches real-time crowd tracker for Tawaf and Sai
The General Authority has launched a QR-code crowd-tracking service at the Grand Mosque, letting pilgrims check congestion in the Mataf and Masaa before performing Tawaf and Sai.
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President Tinubu Departs For Makkah, Prays for Nigeria’s Peace - Voice of Nigeria
President Tinubu Departs For Makkah, Prays for Nigeria’s Peace Voice of Nigeria
Tinubu Going To France, Not Makkah – Atiku - Naija News
Tinubu Going To France, Not Makkah – Atiku Naija News
Atiku challenges Tinubu to prove he’s in Makkah - Vanguard News
Atiku challenges Tinubu to prove he’s in Makkah Vanguard News
Tinubu heading for Makkah - Daily Trust
Tinubu heading for Makkah Daily Trust