stc group, a leading digital enabler, reported record growth in network traffic and demand for connectivity services at the Two Holy Mosques during Ramadan, driven by the increasing number of Umrah pilgrims and rising demand for connectivity and internet services in Makkah and Madinah.
Network indicators showed that data traffic at Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah increased by more than 21%, with over 48% of internet traffic carried over the 5G network, representing an 18% increase compared to last year. At the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, data traffic rose by more than 40%, with 5G accounting for more than 48% of total internet traffic, marking a 67% increase compared to the previous year.
Voice traffic also increased, with the network handling 5% more calls at the Grand Mosque and 14% more at the Prophet’s Mosque compared to last year. These figures reflect the network’s operational efficiency and its ability to accommodate the significant rise in the number of visitors and pilgrims while maintaining high service quality.
To meet the growing demand and the rising number of visitors during Ramadan, stc group upgraded more than 600 towers in Makkah and over 470 in Madinah, ensuring that pilgrims at the Holy Mosques can enjoy a seamless digital experience. By upgrading key network sites and continuously enhancing its infrastructure, stc group is committed to providing reliable, high-quality connectivity for millions of pilgrims, worshippers, and visitors throughout the holy month.
The network also recorded an increase in the number of international roaming customers arriving in the Kingdom for Umrah and visits, with growth exceeding 10% compared to previous years. This reflects the growing demand for digital and connectivity services at the Two Holy Mosques and highlights stc group’s ability to support millions of pilgrims with reliable, high-quality connectivity, even during the busiest periods of the year.
