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Madinah, May 30, 2026, SPA — The Roads General Authority announced the completion of its comprehensive operational plans for the road network in Madinah Region to serve pilgrims following the conclusion of their Hajj rituals to ensure their safe and seamless arrival in Madinah, further enhancing the overall pilgrim experience. The authority stated that it finalized its preparations through a comprehensive survey of all transit routes leading to the region, followed by a massive package of field operations. These efforts included evaluating over 906,000 square meters of asphalt surfaces, installing 4,000 linear meters of metal and concrete

Riyadh, May 21, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) highlighted data quality as a critical foundation for enhancing information reliability, boosting performance, and enabling accurate business decisions, as part of its efforts during the Year of Artificial Intelligence 2026 to raise awareness about data importance. The authority noted that high data quality serves as the cornerstone for sustainable national trust, integrated digital services, operational savings, entrepreneurship, and readiness for artificial intelligence applications. SDAIA stated that the data quality journey spans five phases, b

Riyadh, April 23, 2026, SPA — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has urged businesses to submit their zakat and income tax returns for foreign establishments for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, no later than April 30, 2026. This call aligns with Article 102 of the Executive Regulations for Zakat Collection and Article 60 of the Income Tax Law, both of which require taxpayers to submit returns and fulfill their financial obligations within 120 days of the end of their fiscal year. The authority encouraged businesses to expedite their submissions through the e-services portal on the official ZATCA website to ensure compl

Makkah, April 21, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has provided an advanced digital service that allows visitors to the Grand Mosque to instantly view the crowd density status in the Mataf and Masaa areas, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the experience of pilgrims and facilitate the performance of Umrah rituals with ease and tranquility. The authority noted that the service enables users to monitor density levels through simplified color indicators, allowing them to choose the most suitable times and routes to perform Tawaf and Sai, contributing to c

Riyadh, April 14, 2026, SPA — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has achieved a new global milestone by ranking first worldwide in the Digital Readiness Framework 2025 issued by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The Kingdom scored 94 out of 100 within the “Very High” category, advancing to first place globally, compared to 90 points and fourth place in the previous year. The Kingdom topped the global ranking, followed by Finland and Germany in second and third place with 93 points each, then the United Kingdom in fourth place with 92 points, Norway in fifth place with 91 points, and France in sixth place with 90 points

Madinah, April 17, 2026, SPA — CEO of the Roads General Authority Eng. Badr bin Abdullah Al-Dulami met with Mayor of Madinah Region Eng. Fahad Albulihshi at the headquarters of the Madinah Regional Municipality to discuss coordination to serve pilgrims and review the readiness of the road network ahead of the Hajj 1447 AH season. They reviewed road projects and the authority’s initiatives, including support for operating entities, and discussed enhancing the implementation of the Saudi Road Code to improve road quality, safety, and efficiency. The efforts are part of the authority’s mandate to regulate and develop the road

Dhaka, April 18, 2026, SPA — The first flight carrying beneficiaries of the Makkah Route Initiative departed today from the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the Kingdom through the initiative’s dedicated lounge at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, heading to King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, in the presence of Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh Tarique Rahman and Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah bin Abiyah. The initiative aims to provide high-quality services to pilgrims from beneficiary countries by receiving them and completing their procedures in their home countries

Riyadh, April 08, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) held a panel discussion titled “Pulse of Numbers: Statistical Data in the Service of Health” as part of the “Road to Riyadh” events, with the participation of a select group of specialists from the General Authority for Statistics, the Ministry of Health, the Public Health Authority, and the World Health Organization’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean. The session discussed the pivotal role of statistical data in supporting decision-making in the healthcare sector by enhancing the quality and reliability of health indicator

Makkah, March 12, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a smart guidance initiative, installing 15 interactive signs throughout the Grand Mosque’s courtyards to assist visitors in navigation. These signs use a color-coded system for route identification and feature QR codes that link directly to an interactive digital map, allowing Umrah performers to pinpoint their location and navigate efficiently between facilities on their smartphones. By leveraging these modern technologies, the authority aims to streamline crowd movement, reduce travel time,

Makkah, February 24, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques launched a project to number the gates of the Second Saudi Expansion. The effort aims to improve services for Umrah performers and ease movement inside the Grand Mosque. The project included installing 92 gate-number signs across the Second Saudi Expansion. The signs were designed to reflect the building’s aesthetic identity, ensuring clear numbering and enhancing the site’s aesthetic value while preserving its sanctity and reverence. The authority said the project reflects its focus on details that combine function, s