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Togo orders Covid testing for returning Hajj pilgrims
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Togo orders Covid testing for returning Hajj pilgrims

Hajj pilgrims would have to undergo compulsory Covid tests and "limit contacts, wear masks, wash regularly and avoid large gatherings".
Senegal tightens anti-Covid measures
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Senegal tightens anti-Covid measures

Senegal has tightened anti-Covid-19 measures following deaths registered among Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.
Egyptian Hajj death toll rises to 672
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Egyptian Hajj death toll rises to 672

At least 672 Egyptians have been confirmed dead during Hajj pilgrimage, authorities have said.
Egypt to arraign travel agents for 'fraudulent' trips to Mecca
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Egypt to arraign travel agents for 'fraudulent' trips to Mecca

The Egyptian government has said it will arraign travel agents accused of organising "fraudulent" trips for Mecca-bound pilgrims.
Pilgrim deaths: Tunisia president sacks religious affairs minister
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Pilgrim deaths: Tunisia president sacks religious affairs minister

Tunisian President Kais Saied has sacked the country's religious affairs minister after 49 citizens died during Hajj in Saudi Arabia.
El Mouftahi: Cycling from Morocco to Mecca to bring hope
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El Mouftahi: Cycling from Morocco to Mecca to bring hope

The adventurer documented his journey on social media, with pictures showing him travelling through dense jungle and climbing rugged hill slopes.
How Nigeria's unusual Hajj fare hike threatens intending pilgrims' chances
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How Nigeria's unusual Hajj fare hike threatens intending pilgrims' chances

A communication to registered Hajj pilgrims from Nigeria to pay an additional amount within short notice to cover forex-induced cost escalation has caused an uproar.
Nigerian woman honoured for returning lost $80,000
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Nigerian woman honoured for returning lost $80,000

Aishatu Guru Nahuce from Zamfara State in Nigeria returned $80,000 that she picked during Hajj, an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
How Muslims perform largest Hajj after Covid-19
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How Muslims perform largest Hajj after Covid-19

Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and it is obligatory on every adult Muslim who is physically, mentally and financially capable.
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President Erdogan reiterates Türkiye's call on Israeli war crimes

President Erdogan reiterates Türkiye's call on Israeli war crimes

Turkish President Erdogan criticises Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and the war crimes of Israel, remarking that Türkiye's priority is to ensure a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged enclave.
UK signs new Rwanda treaty to deport asylum seekers

UK signs new Rwanda treaty to deport asylum seekers

British interior minister James Cleverly says the treaty addresses all the issues raised by the Supreme Court last month.
AU expresses concern over dissolution of Guinea-Bissau's parliament

AU expresses concern over dissolution of Guinea-Bissau's parliament

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat urges dialogue to preserve the ''stability and unity of the country.''
Turkish First Lady advances action plans after Palestine solidarity summit

Turkish First Lady advances action plans after Palestine solidarity summit

Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan reviews the action plans of the Initiative Movement that followed the "One Heart for Palestine" summit, which she hosted at the Presidential Dolmabahce Office in Istanbul on November 15.
Sudanese refugees in Chad face dire water shortage

Sudanese refugees in Chad face dire water shortage

Sudanese refugees in Chad are facing serious water shortage, Doctors Without Borders agency has said.
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