Algeria initiates early preparations for the 1448 H Hajj season in Jeddah

An Algerian delegation, led by the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Dr. Redouane Maach, is attending the sixth edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Held from November 8 to 11, 2026, the event serves as the starting point for organizing the 1448 H / 2027 Hajj season. The delegation, which includes the Director General of the National Office of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tahar Braik, is focused on coordinating with Saudi authorities to secure high-quality services for Algerian pilgrims, including accommodation, transportation, and logistics. The trip also involves high-level meetings with the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah and an exploration of modern technological solutions designed to elevate the standards of care for the pilgrims throughout their journey.