I must, at the outset, state that I have been in the Kingdom for one year now having arrived on March 9, 2013.
As you may know, our aim is to promote relations between the two countries in all human endeavors.Therefore, one has to collect as much information as possible to do this. As for me, I have found Arab News to be one of my reliable sources of information. The newspaper covers economic, social and political issues in a balanced manner.
I have used Arab News articles and incorporated them in my reports and I must say the newspaper is reliable, very informative and at the same time entertaining.
My view is that Arab News has less African news especially pertaining to the Sub-Sahara region. I am sure there is a lot that can be written about the rich resources found in this region for investment as most of the citizens have no knowledge about that part of Africa.
It is sometimes difficult to find Arab News in the market and if efforts can be made to have more copies in major outlets visited by foreigners, it will help a great deal.
I foresee Arab News achieving huge successes in the field of news dissemination and become a partner in national development, which the newspaper still is.
Ibrahim Mumba
Ambassador of The Republic of Zambia
Reliable, informative and entertaining
Reliable, informative and entertaining
Digital Umrah guide enhances pilgrim experience
JEDDAH: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released the “Umrah and Ziyarah Guide” in 16 languages to provide pilgrims with guidance and regulatory information in their native languages.
The initiative aims to raise awareness and help pilgrims perform their rituals with ease and peace of mind, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently.
The guide serves as an interactive reference covering all stages of the Umrah and visitation journey — from pre-travel preparations and visa procedures to performing rituals, navigating the Two Holy Mosques, and completing departure formalities.
Organized chronologically, it allows pilgrims to quickly access stage-specific information and is enhanced with visuals and digital links to maps, instructional videos, and supporting services.
Topics include ihram, tawaf, and sa’i, etiquette within the Two Holy Mosques, and key services at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, along with organizational and behavioral guidelines to ensure smooth operations.
The ministry said the guide’s launch is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the pilgrim experience, strengthen procedural awareness, and support digital transformation, ultimately improving service quality and facilitating the journey. It is available at haj.gov.sa/Guides.
