Hajj 2026: First Departure of Senegalese Pilgrims This Friday, Major Innovations in Organization

The first flight of Senegalese pilgrims for Hajj is scheduled for May 8, 2026, with nearly 11,000 pilgrims supervised by private travel agencies. A strengthened health system will be implemented, including 82 doctors. Innovations such as pre-financing through the Islamic Bank and the establishment of six regional hubs aim to improve the organization and stay of pilgrims in Mecca.