Mohammed Amin Lamptey
The Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana (PAOG) will partake in this year’s pre-Hajj and Umrah conference scheduled for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia between November 9 and 12, 2025.
According to the Director of Communications of PAOG, Alhaji Mohammed Amin Lamptey, “Ghana is expected to participate in this year’s conference and exhibition, which will span 52,000 square meters and feature over 260 exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies and services.”
The conference programme will include more than 80 sessions and 60 workshops, featuring international speakers and industry experts.
The event is being organised by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in partnership with the Pilgrims Experience Program (PEP) to enhance pilgrim services, promote innovation, and foster proactive leadership, transparency, and crisis management across all Hajj-related sectors.
The Pilgrims Experience Program, as a strategic body, seeks to enrich the spiritual journey of pilgrims by providing world-class facilities, efficient logistics, improved infrastructure, and digitalised services to ensure every pilgrim enjoys an unforgettable spiritual experience.
This highly anticipated annual gathering of major Hajj and Umrah stakeholders serves as a vital global platform for collaboration and dialogue on leadership, technology, services, logistics, and communication.
It brings together experts, policymakers, and entrepreneurs involved in Hajj operations to identify challenges, develop solutions, and strengthen international cooperation among service providers, participating organisations, and countries.
According to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, this year’s conference will focus on enhancing pilgrim services and leveraging modern technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), digital reporting systems and social media ecosystems to create a more integrated and meaningful experience for all pilgrims.
Key Focus Areas
The conference is dedicated to improving the quality of services for pilgrims by addressing challenges in accommodation, transportation, feeding, and crowd management.
It also aims to foster a competitive and transparent environment between service providers among others.
The conference promotes cooperation among government institutions, private companies, and service providers to create a more integrated and efficient Hajj experience.