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Mina, May 25, 2026, SPA — The National Water Efficiency and Conservation Center (MAEE) launched an awareness initiative aimed at promoting water conservation among Hajj pilgrims at the holy sites. The initiative carries the slogan of MAEE’s water-saving campaign, “By water we live; by preserving it, we are rewarded,” and is being implemented in cooperation with Kidana Development Company. As part of the initiative, more than 3,000 awareness signs were installed at restroom and wudu (ablution) facilities. The signs encourage pilgrims to use water efficiently and emphasize that 0.75 liters of water is sufficient for wudu.

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,