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The number of worshippers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah reached 25,987,679, while the number of Umrah pilgrims stood at 13,972,780 during the last Hijri month.
Over 66 million faithful visit Two Holy Mosques in one month
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques announced on Wednesday that the total number of visitors to the Two Holy Mosques during the month of Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 AH reached 66,633,153, an increase of 12,121,252 compared to the previous month. The authority also reported that the number of worshippers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah reached 25,987,679, including 100,489 worshippers in the Hijr Ismail (the semi-circular wall adjacent to the Kaaba). The number of Umrah pilgrims reached 13,972,780 during the month. It was revealed that the number of worshippers at the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah during the same month reached 23,296,185, including 912,695 in the Rawdah Al-Sharifah. The number of those who greeted the Prophet (peace be upon...
November 26, 2025

Over 66 million faithful visit Two Holy Mosques in one month

The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 21st General Conference of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Riyadh during which Saudi Arabia took over the presidency of the conference from Italy. 
Saudi Arabia, Italy agree to boost cooperation with UNIDO to develop coffee supply chains in Africa
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef held a meeting with Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani with the participation of representatives from the Saudi Coffee Company. The meeting discussed opportunities for cooperation between the Kingdom and Italy with the organization to develop coffee supply chains in Africa.The Italian side reviewed the “ACT – Advancing Climate-Resilience and Transformation in African Coffee Program,” implemented by UNIDO and supported by Italy as one of the key initiatives to promote sustainability in the coffee sector in selected African countries, within the framework of Italy’s comprehensive strategy for the coffee sector.The...
November 26, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Italy agree to boost cooperation with UNIDO to develop coffee supply chains in Africa

Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif holds talks with his Spanish counterpart Fernando Grande-Marlaska in Riyadh on Wednesday.  
Saudi, Spanish interior ministers sign cooperation agreement    
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif and his Spanish counterpart Fernando Grande-Marlaska signed the cooperation plan between the two interior ministries. The signing of the agreement was held at the end of their official talks at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh on Wednesday. The ministers discussed enhancing the exchange of expertise between the two ministries. Prince Abdulaziz said that the meeting was held under the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to strengthen security cooperation in light of the strong relations between the two countries.During the meeting, the ministers reviewed ways to strengthen cooperation, particularly in combating...
November 26, 2025

Saudi, Spanish interior ministers sign cooperation agreement    

Assistant Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Planning and Development Dr. Abdullah Al-Ahmari emphasized that Saudi Arabia is making clear strides in building a more inclusive industrial environment that empowers women across various industrial disciplines.
Al-Ahmari: 100,000 women employed in Saudi industrial sector
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Assistant Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Planning and Development Dr. Abdullah Al-Ahmari said that more than 100,000 women are currently working in the Saudi industrial sector within more than 12,000 licensed factories. He made the remarks while attending the main dialogue session titled: “Empowering women and transforming industry: Leading for a sustainable future,” on the third day of the 21st General Conference of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Global Manufacturing and Industrialization Summit in Riyadh on Wednesday. The session focused on empowering women and enhancing their presence in industrial transformation paths, as the Kingdom presented its comprehensive strategy to increase women's...
November 26, 2025

Al-Ahmari: 100,000 women employed in Saudi industrial sector

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani receives Saudi Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd in Doha on Wednesday.
Emir of Qatar, Prince Turki bin Mohammad review bilateral ties
Saudi Gazette reportDOHA — Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received Saudi Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd in Doha on Wednesday.During the meeting, they exchanged cordial talks and reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries. Prince Turki conveyed greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to the emir of Qatar. On his part, Sheikh Tamim sent his greetings to King Salman and the Crown Prince.
November 26, 2025

Emir of Qatar, Prince Turki bin Mohammad review bilateral ties

The huge increase in the number of Umrah pilgrims underscores Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to enhance the Hajj, Umrah, and visitation system, making it easier for Muslims worldwide to access the Two Holy Mosques.
Pilgrims perform Umrah over 13.9 million times in one month
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Pilgrims from within Saudi Arabia and abroad have performed rituals of Umrah more than 13.9 million times during the month of Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 AH. This was announced by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in collaboration with the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque. Over 1.7 million Umrah pilgrims from outside the Kingdom arrived during this month, supported by digital and integrated logistical services that facilitated arrivals and ensured smooth performance of rituals. The huge increase in the number of Umrah pilgrims underscores the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to enhance the Hajj, Umrah, and visitation system, making it easier for Muslims worldwide to access the Two Holy Mosques.
November 26, 2025

Pilgrims perform Umrah over 13.9 million times in one month

Most households in Saudi Arabia have access to basic drinking water services, accounting for around 100 percent, according to the Household Environment Statistics 2024 results, released by the General Authority for Statistics.
GASTAT: Bottled water main source of drinking water for 47.3% of Saudi population
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Most households in Saudi Arabia have access to basic drinking water services, accounting for around 100 percent, according to the Household Environment Statistics 2024 results, released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The statistics indicated that 99.8 percent of households benefit from safely managed drinking water services. Bottled water was the main source of drinking water with consumption by 47.3 percent of the Saudi population, followed by public network water at 36.5 percent, while tanker water accounted for 15.8 percent.The statistics also showed that 99.9 percent of households benefit from basic sanitation services, while safely managed sanitation services reached 89.5 percent. Urban areas recorded a coverage rate of 93.7 percent,...
November 26, 2025

GASTAT: Bottled water main source of drinking water for 47.3% of Saudi population

New data from the General Authority for Statistics shows that 40.8% of Saudi households expressed interest in using solar energy as a primary power source at home. (File photo)
Survey shows 40.8% of Saudi households want to adopt solar energy
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — New data from the General Authority for Statistics shows that 40.8% of Saudi households expressed interest in using solar energy as a primary power source at home, according to the 2024 Household Energy Statistics. In terms of energy efficiency, 91.5% of households said they place strong importance on reducing electricity consumption, while 91.9% reported adhering to energy-saving guidelines when using electrical appliances. The results also showed that 56.6% of households are willing to replace older appliances with more efficient alternatives. The report found that total residential electricity consumption across the Kingdom reached 161,207 gigawatt-hours, with the population’s access to electricity standing at 100%. For cooking, 86.4% of households rely...
November 26, 2025

Survey shows 40.8% of Saudi households want to adopt solar energy

Saudi Arabia wins 18 global awards for hospital development and medical research at WHC 2025
Saudi Gazette reportGENEVA — Saudi Arabia secured 18 international awards in hospital development and scientific research at the 48th World Hospital Congress (WHC), held in Geneva between November 10 and 13. The achievement highlights the Kingdom’s growing global competitiveness and its progress toward building a leading, innovative healthcare system. Thirteen awards were granted in the hospital development projects category. King Khalid Hospital in Al-Kharj, part of the First Riyadh Health Cluster, received the prestigious Gold Award from the Dr. Kwang Tae Kim Grand Award — the highest honor of the congress. Al-Kharj Maternity and Children’s Hospital, also under the First Riyadh Health Cluster, earned the Silver Award from the American Hospital Association for initiatives...
November 26, 2025

Saudi Arabia wins 18 global awards for hospital development and medical research at WHC 2025


The NCM’s alert system classifies weather risks into three levels. (SPA)
NCM updates weather alerts as thunderstorm chances rise across Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has issued updated weather alerts using its color-coded warning system, alongside new marine forecasts for the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf, as unstable conditions continue across several regions of Saudi Arabia. The NCM’s alert system classifies weather risks into three levels: Yellow for reduced visibility, thunderstorms, and active winds; Orange for moderate rainfall, hail, strong winds, near-zero visibility, and potential flash floods; and Red for the most severe conditions.As of Wednesday, affected areas fall under the yellow and orange categories. Regions under yellow alertLight rainfall is expected in parts of the Makkah region, including:Al-Shua’iba and Al-Laith from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Al-Qunfudah from 11 a.m....
November 26, 2025

NCM updates weather alerts as thunderstorm chances rise across Saudi Arabia

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