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Saudi Umrah program hosts 250 pilgrims from 23 African countries

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Umrah program welcomed 250 pilgrims from 23 African nations, offering tours of historic sites in Makkah and Madinah.

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African pilgrims visit historic Islamic sites in Madinah

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Abdullah Al-Anzi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, said the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Umrah and Visit Program hosted 250 pilgrims from 23 African countries in its third group, enabling them to visit historical landmarks in Makkah and Madinah.

Speaking to Al Ekhbariya TV, he added that the program reflects the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ care for Muslims worldwide, helping them perform Umrah and visit the Prophet’s Mosque.

On Saturday, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Umrah and Visit Program—supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance for the year 1448 AH (2024)—visited several Islamic sites in Madinah, including the Uhud Martyrs Cemetery, Mount Al-Rumah, and Quba Mosque, as part of a cultural program organized by the ministry during their stay.

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