The Ghana Hajj Board has confirmed the deaths of seven Ghanaian pilgrims, five women and two men, during the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
Speaking in an interview with TV3 on June 7, Hajj Board Chairman Alhaji Collins Dauda expressed deep regret over the loss.
“Regrettably, during this year’s pilgrimage, we have lost seven of our compatriots. Death is always painful, but it is an inevitable part of life,” he said.
The identities of the deceased have not been made public, but their families in Ghana have been informed. As per Islamic custom, the pilgrims were buried in Saudi Arabia.
Fewer Fatalities This Year
Despite the harsh conditions, including temperatures exceeding 48°C in Mecca, this year’s death toll reflects a sharp decline from 17 deaths in 2024, representing a 59% improvement.
Alhaji Dauda credited the drop to enhanced safety protocols and collaborative health measures with Saudi authorities. These included:
• Pre-departure medical screenings
• Deployment of Ghanaian medical staff
The Ghana Hajj Board has confirmed the deaths of seven Ghanaian pilgrims, five women and two men, during the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
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Fewer Fatalities This Year
Hajj Board’s Commitment
Speaking in an interview with TV3 on June 7, Hajj Board Chairman Alhaji Collins Dauda expressed deep regret over the loss.
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“Regrettably, during this year’s pilgrimage, we have lost seven of our compatriots. Death is always painful, but it is an inevitable part of life,” he said.
The identities of the deceased have not been made public, but their families in Ghana have been informed. As per Islamic custom, the pilgrims were buried in Saudi Arabia.
Fewer Fatalities This Year
Despite the harsh conditions, including temperatures exceeding 48°C in Mecca, this year’s death toll reflects a sharp decline from 17 deaths in 2024, representing a 59% improvement.
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Alhaji Dauda credited the drop to enhanced safety protocols and collaborative health measures with Saudi authorities. These included:
• Pre-departure medical screenings
• Deployment of Ghanaian medical staff
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• Improved emergency response systems
• Hydration centres and regular health advisories
Over 6,000 Ghanaians joined more than 2 million Muslims worldwide for the physically demanding spiritual journey.
Hajj Board’s Commitment
The Hajj Board pledged to continue strengthening health and safety interventions for future pilgrimages.
“We remain committed to improving the welfare of our pilgrims and aligning with global best practices,” Alhaji Dauda emphasized.
