Partnership Network Strengthened with Qatar Airways
We strengthened our relationship with Qatar Airways to better serve pilgrims who prefer premium airline travel, while maintaining dependable routing options.
2026
Office Expansion to Salsabil Mall
We shifted from AAA Complex to Salsabil Mall in the same Kisaasi area code to improve operations, space, and customer service support.
2025
Travel Agency Excellence Award Recognition
Maqam Travels received the Travel Agency Excellence Award at the Ekkula Pearl FM Awards for consistent pilgrim service standards.
Hajj on Time Preparation Framework
To ensure organized, timely preparation for Ugandan pilgrims, we reinforced advance booking and guidance in line with Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah expectations.
Nusuk Verified External Agent Launch
We rolled out verified external visa support services and introduced "Weefunire Visa yo" to simplify documentation support for pilgrims.
Black Umrah Affordable Package Rollout
We launched Black Umrah for travelers seeking affordable options below our standard packages (USD 2300+), and served around 300 pilgrims in 2025.
2024
Daawa Investment Studio Launch
We opened a studio for Islamic podcasts and Quran recordings, creating value for both Maqam and the wider Ummah community.
IATA Accreditation Achieved
We secured IATA accreditation, strengthening our travel operations standards and positioning Maqam as an officially accredited travel agency.
Football Sponsorship Growth
From supporting Friends of Sheikh Mafo FC to becoming a full sponsor, this milestone expanded Maqam's social and youth engagement footprint.
Kids Umrah Program Introduced
We launched Kids Umrah to support family participation and nurture early spiritual journeys through structured child-friendly travel support.
2023
Maqam Mobile Application Launch
A platform built to enhance spiritual journeys through easier payments, convenient booking management, and travel updates without long payment travel distances.
Sonda Mpola Savings System Introduced
This model enables Muslims to invest small amounts over time and gradually build the full amount required to perform Umrah.