NAIROBI, Kenya – The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) has released the official list of agencies accredited to handle Kenyan pilgrims’ travel for the 2026/1447 Hajj season, marking the start of preparations for the sacred journey to Makkah.
The list, unveiled at SUPKEM’s Nairobi headquarters, names more than a dozen vetted Hajj groups and agencies from across the country.
Each has been approved by both SUPKEM and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj after undergoing a rigorous verification process.
“These agencies meet all the required health, safety, and customer service standards,” SUPKEM National Chairman Al-Hajj Hassan ole Naado said. “We want every Kenyan pilgrim to have a safe, smooth, and spiritually fulfilling journey.”
The accredited agencies will manage key pilgrimage logistics, including flights, accommodation, ground transport, and guidance in Makkah and Madinah.
SUPKEM cautioned pilgrims against dealing with unregistered operators, warning that engaging unauthorised individuals could lead to financial loss, incomplete travel arrangements, or even denial of entry into Saudi Arabia due to improper documentation.
The Council said publishing the list is part of a wider strategy to protect pilgrims from exploitation and ensure transparency in the multi-billion-shilling pilgrimage industry.
It also pledged to closely monitor agency performance and address complaints promptly.
Hajj — one of the five pillars of Islam — is an obligatory act of worship for Muslims who are physically and financially able to perform it at least once in their lifetime.
Each year, millions travel to Makkah to complete the rites over a five-day period.
Pilgrims can access the full list of approved agencies, including their directors and contact details, via SUPKEM’s offices, official website, and social media platforms.
