The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Banyuwangi, Indonesia, announced the departure of <strong>1,310</strong> pilgrims to Mecca on <strong>May 11, 2026</strong>. They will be transported to the Hajj accommodation in Surabaya before heading to the holy sites.
Eighty-two students from the Health Institute in Surabaya are participating in a project aimed at improving water and sanitation services in Banyuwangi, Indonesia. The project runs from April 6 to April 25, 2026, addressing public health issues in the region.
The Ketapang port in Banyuwangi, East Java, experienced significant passenger congestion over the weekend, prompting the maritime transport authority to add new ships to meet the rising demand.