Hajj 2027: Senegal signs a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Arabia

The General Delegate for the pilgrimage to the Holy Places of Islam, Major General (2S) Mamadou Gaye, signed, Monday in Jeddah, on behalf of the State of Senegal, the memorandum of understanding with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia defining the terms of organization of the 2027 Hajj, the Sun has learned.

The signing took place following an audience granted to the Senegalese delegation by the Saudi Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr Abdulfattah bin Suleiman Al Mashat, on the sidelines of the sixth Hajj Conference and Exhibition (Hajj Confex) 2026.

The protocol signed by the two authorities sets out the respective obligations of the parties, particularly in terms of reception, transport, accommodation, as well as the health and administrative requirements applicable to Senegalese pilgrims.

During the meeting, the Saudi official praised the commitment and anticipatory arrangements of the General Delegation for Pilgrimage (DGP) in preparing for the 2027 edition of the Hajj. He also highlighted the efforts made by the Senegalese authorities to ensure good preparation for the next pilgrimage.

In return, General Mamadou Gaye expressed, on behalf of the State of Senegal, his gratitude to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its accompaniment and support, which helps to guarantee better conditions of comfort and security for Senegalese pilgrims.

The Senegalese delegation also included the first deputy general delegate, Assane Ndiaye, the deputy general delegate in charge of private tour operators and communication, coordinator of the “Tariq Makka” initiative, Mohamed Mansour Ndiaye, as well as Ambassador Cheikh Abdou Ndiaye, permanent secretary of the DGP.

The meeting took place in the presence of senior officials from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.

The Sixth Hajj Conference and Exhibition is an annual international platform organized by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in partnership with the Pilgrim Services Program. It aims in particular to improve the care of the faithful, to encourage the sharing of experiences and knowledge and to strengthen cooperation between players in the sector.

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