Hajj and Umrah News - South Africa

26 Aug 2018

Egyptian female kidney patient leaves Saudi Arabia after performing Hajj

JEDDAH: A 47-year-old Egyptian pilgrim suffering from renal failure has left Saudi Arabia after performing Hajj, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday. Sabiha Mahmoud Mohammad was among several pilgrims who benefited from king Salman’s Hajj Guests Program, supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance. She received medical treatment upon her arrival to

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26 Aug 2018

Pilgrims stay on after Hajj to visit historical monuments, museums

MAKKAH: Many pilgrims who are still in the Kingdom after the completion of Hajj are reportedly taking the opportunity to visit sites of historical interest in the two Holy cities of Makkah and Madinah.  Dr. Fawaz Al-Dahas, director of the Center for the History of Makkah said that such visits are of cultural significance as they enrich pilgrims’ knowledge. He stressed the need

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25 Aug 2018

Pilgrimage season sees success of “Green Haj”

The teams have begun to implement plans to turn “green”, cutting back on waste and encouraging pilgrims to do their part. Workers in bright green vests made their way across the streets and alleys, picking up soda cans and plastic water bottles as pilgrims pack their belongings to return home.

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