Two Ghanaian Pilgrims Die in Mecca, Five Repatriated Over Visa Issues

The Ghana Hajj Taskforce has announced the unfortunate death of two Ghanaian pilgrims during the ongoing 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Speaking to the press, the Head of Corporate Affairs at the Taskforce, Alhaji Alhassan Bashir Alhassan Fuseini—popularly known as Alhaji A. B. A. Fuseini—confirmed the deaths but did not disclose the identities of the deceased. He noted that the individuals passed away while performing the sacred rites in Mecca.

This year, an estimated 6,000 Ghanaian Muslims are expected to participate in the pilgrimage, marking a significant turnout for the West African country.

In addition to the reported deaths, Alhaji A. B. A. Fuseini revealed that five Ghanaian pilgrims have been repatriated due to issues with their visas. Dispelling rumours circulating on social media, he clarified that the affected individuals were not deported for any criminal activity.

“Some said they were deported, but we choose to use the word ‘repatriated’. Deportation connotes some criminality, but these people who have returned have not committed any crime. It was an error in the issuance of their visa,” he explained.

He further detailed that mistakes during efforts to realign the pilgrims’ visas led to their withdrawal. However, the Taskforce is actively working to rectify the situation and ensure their return to Mecca to complete the pilgrimage.

“I can assure you that we are making every effort to get them to go back,” Alhaji Fuseini affirmed.

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