Stories from Palembang · Indonesia

The Palembang city government has inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to stimulate MSME growth. This development follows a reported 5.8 percent economic growth rate for the region.

The Palembang embarkation has dispatched 2,210 Hajj pilgrims, including officials, to Medina. The departure is expected to be officiated by Urhanudin, the head of the Palembang office for the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Nine Hajj pilgrim groups from Indramayu were released to the Hajj dormitory on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The groups are scheduled to depart for Mecca on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, via Kertajati International Airport in Majalengka. Urhanudin from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stated there are nine groups from Indramayu departing in two waves for the 2026 Hajj season. The group includes medical staff, religious officials, and health workers. Officials noted a increase in the quota compared to previous years. Special attention is being given to 25 elderly priority pilgrims aged over 81.

The Palembang city government inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to stimulate MSME growth. Local economic data indicates a growth rate of 5.8 percent for the region.

The Palembang city government has inaugurated the Bukit Kecil Bedug Market to stimulate MSME growth. This development is part of a broader economic trend showing a 5.8 percent growth rate in the region.