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When most people think of Egypt, their minds inevitably wander to the Pyramids of Giza or the temples of Luxor. While these monuments are breathtaking testaments to the ingenuity of ancient Egyptians, they are far from the only treasures Egypt has to offer. Scattered across the country are architectural marvels that, while less celebrated, tell equally fascinating stories about Egypt’s diverse and layered history....

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Egyptian government remain in discussions over the fourth review of Egypt’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) loan program, IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack said Thursday. Both sides are working to finalize agreements and reforms necessary to complete the review. The announcement came after the IMF concluded two weeks of in-person discussions in Cairo, led by Ivanna Vladkova Hollar,...

Egyptian singer and actor Mohamed Ramadan is set to make history as the first Egyptian artist to perform at the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. This announcement comes ahead of schedule, with Coachella revealing its full lineup on Wednesday, November 20, nearly two months earlier than usual. The festival will be headlined by Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and Travis Scott....

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas’s military commander, the mastermind behind the 7 October attack, Mohammed Deif. The ICC’s pre-trial chamber announced its decision after rejecting Israel’s challenges to the court’s jurisdiction. The judges found “reasonable grounds” to assert that the three men “bear criminal responsibility” for alleged...

Palm Hills has announced a partnership with Marriott International, Inc. to bring The Ritz-Carlton Residences to West Cairo. This exclusive development, located within the Palm Hills community, promises a blend of architectural elegance, high quality amenities, views of the Great Pyramids of Giza and easy access to Sphinx International Airport The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Cairo, Palm Hills will feature 150 branded residences, designed by OBMI...

In a celebratory moment for Egyptian representation on the global stage, 34-year-old model, makeup artist, and TV presenter Logina Salah made history at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant held in Mexico City.  For the first time in the event’s 73-year history, an Egyptian contestant secured a place in the top 30.  A Historic Night The glitzy finale took place on  Sunday 17 November, culminating...

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) is set to introduce a card tokenization system in the first quarter of 2025, as announced by Ehab Nasr, Assistant Sub-Governor for Payment Systems and Services, during the 11th Digital Payments, Financial Inclusion, and Digital Banking (PAFIX) Conference. The conference, part of the Cairo ICT exhibition held from 17 to 20 November held the Egypt International Exhibition Center...

Three years ago, in search of better opportunities, 30-year-old Egyptian scientific project manager, Mariam Mahdy, moved to France. While she found a suitable job in her field, the growing anti-immigrant sentiment in Europe made her feel unwelcome and scared. “Some people treat me as if I am a burden, taking someone else’s place,” she said. “I will never be at home in France.” Mahdy...

As a vegetarian visiting Le Petit Chef, I was eager to see how this renowned dining establishment would accommodate my dietary preferences, especially since I had heard so much about it from friends, and was exposed to many of its ads on social media. Le Petit Chef reportedly has over 82 locations worldwide, spanning countries from Canada in the west to Germany, England, France,...

Beltone Holding, one of the fastest growing financial institutions, has reported a groundbreaking financial performance for the first nine months of 2024, with consolidated operating revenues soaring by 405 percent year-on-year to EGP 4.8 billion and net profits skyrocketing 1,218 percent to surpass EGP 1.13 billion. The company’s net profit margin reached an impressive 23.4 percent, signaling the success of its transformation strategy. The...

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced that Egyptians residing in Gulf countries will soon be able to transfer money directly to Egypt through the InstaPay application, with the service expected to roll out by the end of 2024.   The announcement was made by Ehab Nasr, Assistant Sub-Governor for Banking Operations and Payment Systems, during the 11th “PAFIX” Conference on electronic payments and financial...

Palm Hills, Egypt’s leading real estate developer, has announced a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Dallah Real Estate, a major real estate arm of the Dallah Al Baraka Group, bringing together a combined experience of over 30 years in real estate development, construction, and urban planning. This partnership, revealed at Cityscape 2024 in Riyadh, aims to transform community living in Saudi Arabia by focusing...

Egypt’s House of Representatives approved in principle a bill on 17 November to regulate the affairs of refugees and asylum seekers. The draft law establishes a Permanent Committee for Refugee Affairs (PCRA) tasked with managing refugee-related matters, including data collection and analysis,  in an effort to align the country’s policies with international agreements such as the 1951 Refugee Convention.  Headquartered in Cairo and overseen...

SPOILERS AHEAD: The article discusses elements from the documentary. Wherever our dreams may wander, and whatever paths they may lead us down, they ultimately guide us towards one direction — our authentic selves. Every dream reflects something deep within us, and even if we don’t fully realize them, merely touching the surface allows us to uncover parts of ourselves. This central idea underpins the...

In a significant diplomatic development on the sidelines of the G20 Summit at Rio de Janeiro, President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil signed a joint statement establishing a strategic partnership aimed at deepening ties between the two nations.  The announcement, made after their meeting on Monday, marks a new chapter in a nearly century-long relationship that...

More than 60 years ago, El-Nasr Automotive Company was born from a vision to establish Egypt as one of the region’s first major automotive industry players. Today, despite a two-decade-long setback, the Egyptian household name is making a comeback. Founded in 1960 under a presidential decree by President Gamal Abdel Nasser, it became the first car manufacturer in Egypt and the entire Middle East,...

Photographs of an Israeli vessel flying both Israeli and Egyptian flags during its transit on the Suez Canal on 2 November, have drawn sharp online criticism, exposing tensions between fulfilling international legal obligations and addressing widespread public sentiment in solidarity with Palestine. Egypt, a Palestine supporter and key player in Gaza ceasefire discussions, condemned Israel’s seizure of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency...

A recent video circulating on social media sparked controversy as it appeared to show workers allegedly tampering with blocks of the Great Pyramid of Giza (Khufu).  The video, shared widely on Facebook, led to concerns and questions about the preservation of Egypt’s most iconic ancient structure, with many interpreting the footage as evidence of damage or unauthorized work on the pyramid’s original stones. In...

This konafa with mastic mahalabiya recipe is unlike anything you will find at your local bakery - a recipe steeped in tradition yet brimming with creativity. The post This is the Ultimate Homemade Konafa Recipe first appeared on Egyptian Streets.

Egyptian blogger and media personality Dalia Fouad was arrested in New Cairo on charges of possessing and selling the illegal narcotic GHB, often referred to as the “date rape drug.”  Fouad, who is known for her work as a content creator and presenter of popular media programs, denied the allegations, stating she had no knowledge of the narcotics found in her residence. Authorities discovered...

American reports have revealed that Egyptian-American Emil Michael is among the prominent figures nominated by Silicon Valley leaders to head the US Department of Transportation in the administration of President-elect Donald Trump. Michael, who served as the Chief Business Officer of Uber in its early years, is regarded as a strong contender for the position of Transportation Secretary. Known for his role in shaping...

Egypt’s state-run automaker, El Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company, has officially resumed production after a 15-year suspension, as announced by the Egyptian cabinet on Sunday 17 November. At a ceremony celebrating this significant milestone, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasized that the return of El Nasr is “a strategic decision by the state,” highlighting the importance of private-sector partnerships in driving major projects forward. Osama Aboul-Magd,...

President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi traveled to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday 17 November, to participate in the G20 Summit, an international forum of 19 countries and the European Union that addresses global economic challenges. The summit is set to take place on Monday and Tuesday, 18 and 19 November. Invited by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President Al-Sisi will highlight Egypt’s...

Photo Source: Ahram Online   A road accident on the Quseir-Marsa Alam highway in Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate has left three people dead and five others injured. The collision occurred at kilometer 50 along the highway, involving a bus carrying tourists and a semi-truck. Authorities report that the drivers of both vehicles, along with a Swiss tourist, died at the scene. Emergency services swiftly...

Photo source: AFP Israel has escalated its airstrikes on Gaza, marking one of the most intense bombardments in recent weeks.  Israeli forces report targeting suspected Hamas infrastructure, though civilian areas remain under threat as collateral damage rises. The airstrikes have led to widespread destruction, impacting hospitals, schools, and essential infrastructure, leaving countless Palestinian families displaced. At least 10 Palestinians were killed and 20 injured...

For the first time in its history, the British Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will grace Egyptian audiences with a live performance at the Grand Egyptian Museum on 15 November (tickets here) and 16 November (tickets here). Organized by Arabesque International, Konouz and SUN Public Image in collaboration with the British Embassy in Egypt and the British Egyptian Business Association, the event has been described as...

Wessam Shuaib, a gynecologist at a government hospital in Kafr El-Dawar, has been detained for four days as part of an investigation into alleged ethical violations after sharing confidential patient details in a social media video. The detention follows orders from the Kafr El-Dawar district prosecution in the Beheira governorate. The controversy began earlier this week when Shuaib released a video on social media...

The Museum of Prince Mohamed Ali’s Palace, located in Cairo’s Manial neighborhood, is a historical site that showcases the opulence and grandeur of Egypt’s royal past. Built between 1900 and 1930, the palace features a blend of modern Islamic design with influences from Persian and Mamluk styles, as well as elements from Syrian, Moroccan, Andalusian, and Ottoman architecture  even more evident in the palace’s...

The Egyptian government and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria – an international financing and partnership organization – have officially signed a framework agreement on Wednesday 13 November aimed at enhancing Egypt’s health systems. The partnership focuses on improving the national response to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and tuberculosis while also addressing the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19. HIV is a...

There was a point in time when reality TV was confined to the four walls of one’s home — it was just you, the TV, and the show. Today, however, reality TV has expanded beyond the television screen. From social media posts and videos to memes, it is now everywhere, becoming a huge part of our culture. In the noise of social media, so...

  The Egyptian modern silent film Abdo and Saneya will have its world premiere at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival, which is scheduled to run from 5 to 14 December in the historic Al-Balad district of Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Arab Spectacular segment. The contemporary black-and-white film, blending the aesthetics of early cinema with the gritty...

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced on Monday, 11 November, that it successfully issued USD 1.57 billion (EGP 77.3 billion) in one-year USD-denominated treasury bills (T-bills), according to a statement by the bank.  The sale attracted approximately USD 1.73 billion (EGP 85.1 billion)  in bids, with a minimum yield of 4.48 percent, a maximum of 5.25 percent, and a weighted average yield of...

Egyptian authorities have not requested an increase in the fourth tranche of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan to USD 2 billion (EGP 98.4 billion), the Cabinet Media Center announced on Tuesday, 12 November, refuting claims circulating in some media outlets. According to the statement, recent reports attributed to senior government officials suggesting that Egypt sought an increase from USD 1.3 billion (EGP 64...

Egypt condemned statements by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Tuesday, 12 November, following his orders to prepare infrastructure plans for annexing parts of the West Bank where Israeli settlements have been established. In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Egypt described Smotrich’s remarks as a “blatant violation” of international law, international humanitarian law, and United Nations Security Council resolutions. The ministry...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly acknowledged on Monday 11 November his country’s involvement in a series of the deadly pager attacks that took place in Lebanon and Syria in mid-September. The explosions, which resulted in nearly 40 fatalities and over 3,000 injuries, were initially attributed to Israel, though the Israeli government had been silent on the matter. During a recent cabinet meeting on...

The Egyptian government announced plans on Monday 11 November to increase investments in the entrepreneurship sector from USD 500 million (EGP 246 million) to USD 5 billion (EGP 246 billion) over an unspecified period of time.  Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly revealed this ambitious target during a recent meeting with representatives from ten leading entrepreneurial companies. The statement released by the Egyptian Cabinet did not...

At the Arab and Islamic Summit held in Riyadh on November 11, 2024, President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause, firmly opposing any initiatives aimed at undermining it.  He emphasized that Egypt will resist efforts to forcibly displace Palestinian civilians or render the Gaza Strip uninhabitable. Al-Sisi highlighted that achieving peace and stability in the region hinges on establishing...

President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi welcomed Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday 10 November for an official visit to commemorate the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Malaysia. During their discussions, both leaders focused on the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza and Lebanon.  Al-Sisi and Ibrahim condemned the Israeli war in Gaza and emphasized the...

Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty met with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa on Sunday 10 November, reaffirming Egypt’s commitment to humanitarian support in Gaza. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the preparatory ministerial meeting for the Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit, set for Monday, 11 November, in Riyadh Abdelatty stressed Egypt’s commitment to achieving an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip...

Egypt’s rich soil and climate create the ideal conditions for a constant supply of fresh fruits, available at their peak each season.  Seasonal eating—consuming foods at their natural harvest time—ensures access to fresher, nutrient-dense produce, supports local farmers, reduces reliance on imports, and strengthens Egyptians’ connection to their land. Winter: The Season of Citrus During winter, markets are abundant with citrus fruits, especially oranges,...

The General Secondary Education Certificate, known as thanaweya amma, underwent a major revamp in August of this year as part of an overhaul of Egypt’s education spearheaded by newly appointed Minister of Education Mohamed Abdel Latif. The minister shifted the grading system, eliminating subjects and introducing new ones that contribute to final grades for high school students. In the new grading system, first- and...

Egypt has successfully recovered 67 ancient artifacts and human remains from Germany, which were handed over on Saturday, 9 November, 2024, by Ambassador Yasser Shaaban, Assistant Foreign Minister for Cultural Relations, to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in the New Administrative Capital. The recovery of these artifacts is a significant step in the country’s ongoing efforts to reclaim cultural treasures that have been...

  Farah Mohamed, a 32-year-old project manager, had always assumed that the excruciating pain of menstruation was a universal experience for women. It was not until she fell to her knees in pain and sought medical care in 2023 that she learned that her intense discomfort was not a normal part of the menstrual cycle, but rather a painful symptom of endometriosis.  Also known...

Egypt has become the largest host country for Sudanese refugees escaping the ongoing conflict, with over 1.2 million Sudanese seeking international protection in the country since the war erupted in mid-April 2023, according to a statement from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) on Friday, 8 November. The statement noted that the scale of this humanitarian crisis has put immense strain on...

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is set to host an exclusive lecture series by world-renowned Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, offering a rare chance for the public to gain insights into Egypt’s ancient wonders from one of the most acclaimed figures in archaeology.  Known as the “Indiana Jones of Egypt,” Dr. Hawass will lead monthly lectures beginning 15 November 2024, with additional sessions on 15...

Egypt’s Supreme Constitutional Court (SCC) ruled on Saturday, 9 November, the Old Rentals Law’s fixed seven percent rate on residential rentals as unconstitutional, urging parliament to amend the law by the end of its current legislative term.  This decision impacts thousands of landlords and millions of tenants governed by Law No. 136 of 1981, known popularly as the ‘Old Rentals Law’, which has, for...

Photo Source: Asharq News Egypt and Türkiye have agreed to establish a joint university in Cairo on Thursday, 7 November. Türkiye’s Higher Education Council (YOK) President Erol Ozvar expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration. He emphasized that both countries are committed to deepening their partnership across multiple sectors, including education.  During his visit to Cairo, Ozvar described the agreement to establish the joint university as...

Amsterdam witnessed violent clashes on Thursday night between Israeli football fans and apparent pro-Palestinian protesters, as tensions erupted around a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax. The violence reportedly began after videos surfaced of Israeli supporters tearing down a Palestinian flag, chanting anti-Arab and pro-genocide slogans, and attacking a taxi a day before the football match. The violence on Thursday night...

Ireland plans to join South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) before the end of the year, Ireland’s Foreign Minister Micheál Martin announced on Thursday, 7 November. This decision followed the passage of a non-binding motion in the Irish parliament, which declared that “genocide is being perpetrated before our eyes by Israel in Gaza.” Several countries have announced their...

  The violence in Gaza continues to escalate, with Israeli strikes leading to rising casualties and deteriorating conditions for civilians. Palestinians are left to confront the grim choice of evacuating through perilous routes or remaining in uninhabitable areas. The blockade of aid and depleting supplies has intensified fears of famine and irreversible harm to the population in northern Gaza. In a further development, Israel...