Hundreds reported dead from Hajj heatwave in Mecca
A searing heatwave in Saudi Arabia has led to the deaths of over 1,000 people in the city of Mecca during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, as temperatures rose above fifty degrees Celsius.…
Gaza war stops Palestinian Muslims from joining Hajj
One of the world's largest religious gatherings has begun in Saudi Arabia. This year, over one-and-half million Muslims are gathering in Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage. But the war in Gaza is…
Coronavirus: Muslims in Saudi Arabia begin scaled-back hajj
Only a small number of faithful are taking part in this year's hajj, usually one of the biggest religious gatherings in the world. Authorities have dramatically downsized the pilgrimage to prevent fresh…
The hajj: then and now
Mask-clad Muslim pilgrims begin the annual hajj, dramatically downsized this year as the Saudi hosts strive to prevent a coronavirus outbreak during the five-day pilgrimage. The hajj, one of the five pillars…
Woodberry pleads not guilty in U.S court, Amaechi’s remark over Chinese loans sparks outrage and more
Here is why you should pick up a copy of The Guardian on Thursday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on the newsstands on…
Presidency suspends acting EFCC boss Ibrahim Magu, Alleged N700m Fraud: Court adjourns trial of Ize-Iyamu till July 14 and more
Here is why you should pick up a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on the newsstands on…
Covid-19: An unusual Ramadan
Due to the global coronavirus pandemic, this year’s Ramadan is an unusual one for the Muslim community who are used to gathering together to pray and share meals as a community. Mosques…
What to know about Hajj rites
An estimated two million Muslims from different parts of the world travel to Saudi Arabia to participate in Hajj annually. The ceremony is performed in accordance to the dictates of Prophet Muhammad…
Political instability keeps some pilgrims from the Hajj
Saudi officials say fewer pilgrims with less money to spend could lead to a 50-percent drop in sales at Saudi businesses during this year's Hajj.…