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At least 1,301 people died during Hajj – Saudi Arabia
Add a CommentAt least 1,301 people died during Hajj, Saudi Arabia says, mostly unauthorised pilgrims who walked long distances in intense heat. This year’s pilgrimage took place during a heatwave, with temperatures at times exceeding 50C (122F). More than three-quarters of those … Read more →
Ghana FA extends support to Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid
Add a CommentThe Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially declared its support for Saudi Arabia in its endeavour to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Saudi Arabia, responding to FIFA’s invitation for bids from Asia and Oceania, has set its sights on … Read more →
Andre Ayew determined to continue in Europe despite receiving offers from Saudi Arabia, MLS
Add a CommentGhana captain, Andre Ayew, has reportedly set his sights on continuing his career in one of the big five leagues in Europe. The 33-year-old has offers from clubs in the Major League Soccer (MLS), Saudi Pro League, and the Turkish … Read more →
Saudi Arabia closes borders to hajj attendees
Add a CommentSaudi Arabia said on Monday it will bar arrivals from abroad to attend the hajj this year due to the coronavirus, allowing only a limited number of Saudi citizens and residents to make the pilgrimage with social distancing measures enforced. … Read more →
Prez. Akufo-Addo visits Saudi Arabia in February
Add a CommentMadam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration and her Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on Sunday announced that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will be paying a State visit to the Kingdom of … Read more →
Saudi Arabia: Unmarried foreign couples can now rent hotel rooms
Add a CommentUnmarried foreign couples will now be allowed to rent hotel rooms together in Saudi Arabia as part of a new visa regime announced by the religiously conservative kingdom. Women will also be allowed to stay in hotel rooms alone. Couples … Read more →
Saudi Arabia deports 22 Ghanaians
Add a CommentThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has deported a total of 22 Ghanaians. According to a release issued by the Ghana Immigration Service and signed by its Public Affairs Officer at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA), Barbara Sam, KIA received the … Read more →
World Bank, Saudi Arabia to help Ghana’s free SHS
Add a CommentThe government has revealed, the World Bank and the Saudi government will be funding efforts to provide comprehensive free Senior High School education. Education Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh said this at a news conference in Accra Thursday, that the … Read more →
39 Ghanaian pilgrims repatriated from Saudi Arabia
Add a CommentSome thirty nine female pilgrims from Ghana have been repatriated from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. “The Pilgrims Affairs Office, Ghana (PAOG) regret to announce the repatriation of some 39 female pilgrims from the kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” a statement … Read more →
Muntari to play in Saudi Arabia for €2.5 million per season
Add a CommentSulley Muntari will play in Saudi Arabia for the next two seasons. The Ghana international has signed a two-year deal for €2.5 million per season with Al Ittihad Jeddah. Having played in 83 games for AC Milan and getting 13 goals in … Read more →
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