Hajj Fare Reduced to GH₵62,000 Following Mahama’s Promise
The Ghanaian government has announced a reduction in the Hajj pilgrimage fee from GH₵75,000 to GH₵62,000, fulfilling President John Dramani Mahama’s campaign promise to make the pilgrimage more accessible to Ghanaian Muslims.
Providing an update on February 5, Asutifi South MP Collins Dauda, who leads the government’s five-member Hajj task force, detailed the administration’s efforts to negotiate lower costs with Saudi authorities.
“During the 2024 elections, President Mahama pledged to reduce Hajj fares to enable more Muslims to perform their pilgrimage. Today, I am pleased to announce that he has fulfilled that commitment,” Dauda stated.
The task force, comprising four Muslim representatives, participated in the Hajj conference in Saudi Arabia in January, where they engaged service providers in Mecca and Madina. Their negotiations resulted in a significant price reduction, setting the 2025 Hajj fare at GH₵62,000 ($4,130).
This reduction is expected to ease financial burdens on Ghanaian Muslims and encourage more participation in the annual religious journey. The government remains committed to ensuring a seamless and affordable pilgrimage experience.